Managing Post-Op Pain at Home

Pain is expected after surgery. Know that you have a right to have this pain controlled. Managing pain helps you recover faster. Read on to learn more.

My C. Diff Infection Treatment Plan

C. diff infection occurs in your colon and is caused by Clostridium difficile (C. diff) bacteria. Use this treatment plan to treat your infection at home and stop spreading it to others.

What Is C. Diff?

C. diff is an infection caused by C. diff (Clostridioides difficile) bacteria.

Taking Opioid Medicine

For your health and safety, it's important to take opioids exactly as directed. This helps make sure they work as they should.

Making a Plan to Treat Pain With Opioids

Opioids are strong medicines that work by blocking or suppressing how your body feels pain. Before prescribing opioids, your health care provider will work closely with you to form a treatment plan.

Understanding Smokeless Tobacco

Smokeless tobacco products are made from the tobacco plant. They are not safer than other forms of tobacco. Smokeless tobacco causes oral cancer, esophageal cancer, and pancreatic cancer.