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Patient Education Resources

13 Patient Education Resources

Kidney Stones

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WA85-0240

This pamphlet explains what causes kidney stones, symptoms, what to expect while you are in the Emergency Department, and follow-up.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WJ85-0396

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can happen when bacteria (germs) get into the urinary tract. This pamphlet explains the signs of a UTI, how UTIs are treated, what you can do to help, what you can do for pain, and how to lower your chance of infection in the future.

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