Ce dépliant explique ce qu'est le ptosis, comment le traité et ce à quoi vous attendre avant, pendant et après l'opération. Vous y trouverez également de l'information sur les soins de suivi et une liste de symptômes qui exigent des soins médicaux. This pamphlet is also available in English.
This pamphlet outlines the services offered by the Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic. It explains what an operational stress injury is and lists common types of OSIs.
L’ophtalmopathie thyroïdienne (maladie de Basedow, maladie de Graves) peut se présenter si vous avez des problèmes de glande thyroïde. Dans le présent dépliant, nous vous expliquons comment elle est diagnostiquée et traitée et ce que vous pouvez faire pour améliorer la situation. This pamphlet is also available in English.
Ophthalmic imaging is when images are taken of the eye. These pictures are used to detect eye conditions. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for ophthalmic imaging, how ophthalmic imaging is done, and what will happen after it is done.
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Shortness of breath is the most common symptom for people with advanced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This pamphlet explains what causes shortness of breath, how opioids help, what kinds of opioids are used, if opioids are safe, and possible side effects.
If you had your baby by Cesarean birth, you can still have a vaginal birth in your next pregnancy. This is called a Trial of Labour after Cesarean (TOLAC) or a Vaginal Birth after Cesarean (VBAC). This pamphlet gives information about TOLAC.
Many people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) have anemia (not enough red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood). Taking oral irons will give you enough iron to make hemoglobin. The pamphlet explains what oral irons are, how to take and store them, and possible side effects.
Your health care provider has suggested you take an oral (by mouth) magnesium supplement. This may be a capsule, liquid, or a powder. Helpful hints and a sample schedule are provided.
During orbital decompression surgery, the eye surgeon will remove a large part of the bony wall in the orbit (eye socket). This pamphlet explains why you may need this surgery, and what to expect before, during, and after surgery.