Having a Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt
Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunting is a type of brain surgery. It’s done to drain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the brain.
Eating a Vegan Diet
A vegan diet is a type of vegetarian diet. It includes only foods that come from plants. It includes fruits, vegetables, beans, grains, seeds, and nuts.
Understanding Hepatic Encephalopathy (HE)
HE is a brain disease that can happen if you have chronic liver disease or cirrhosis.
Understanding Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
BPD is a long-term lung disease that causes breathing problems in newborns and babies.
Understanding Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS)
During this surgery, the surgeon removes the damaged part of the lung. This allows the rest of the lung to work better.
COPD: Coping with Fatigue
When you have COPD, it is common to feel tired. This is known as fatigue.
COPD: Wheezing and Chest Tightness
When you have COPD, it is common to have wheezing and chest tightness. Learn more about these COPD symptoms, including treatment and self-care tips.
COPD- Coping With Mucus
When you have COPD, you may have extra mucus. Learn about coping with extra mucus, including treatment and self-care tips.
COPD: Chronic Coughing
When you have COPD, you may have a cough that won’t go away. This is called a chronic cough.
Pregnancy Loss: Grieving For Your Child
Losing a child through miscarriage or stillbirth is a painful experience. Grief is a normal reaction to this loss.