This pamphlet explains what to expect after HDR (high-dose-rate) brachytherapy treatment for gynecological cancer. Topics include how to care for yourself, possible side effects, and when you should go to the Emergency room.
This pamphlet answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy (vault procedure) given for gynecological cancers. It explains what it is, what will happen on the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after.
A hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) is a small device made of flexible plastic with a hormone called levonorgestrel that is placed inside the uterus by a family doctor or nurse practitioner and used to prevent pregnancy. This pamphlet explains how it works, the pros and cons, what will happen when the IUD is inserted, movement or loss of the IUD, and removal. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet explains what causes prostate cancer, what hormones are, what testosterone does, how hormone therapy works for prostate cancer, how long you will be on hormone therapy, and side effects.
This pamphlet explains how to use steroid ointment to lower inflammation caused by a skin condition on your vulva. This pamphlet is also available in French.
You are your kid’s best source of information, guidance, and support in this important stage of their lives. This pamphlet gives tips on the ways you can offer guidance, support, and information about sex. Also available in French.
L’hystérectomie est une opération qui permet d’enlever l’utérus et le col de l’utérus. On fournit de l’information sur les soins à la maison et les rapports sexuels après la chirurgie. This pamphlet is also available in English.
La présente brochure traite de la respiration, du traitement de la douleur, des saignements vaginaux, des soins des incisions, des caillots de sang et de votre cycle menstruel. De l’information est aussi fournie sur les soins à dispenser à domicile et les rapports sexuels après la chirurgie. This pamphlet is also available in English.
A hysterectomy is an operation to remove your uterus (womb) and cervix. Information on care at home and sex after surgery is provided. Symptoms to watch for that require medical attention are included. This pamphlet is also available in French
This pamphlet outlines instructions for after your surgery including rest and activity, medications, and vaginal flow.