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Nitroglycerin relieves chest pain caused by a lack of blood to the heart (angina) by getting more oxygen-rich blood to your heart. Long-acting nitroglycerin helps prevent angina.

Instructions for taking care of yourself after carpal tunnel release surgery.

You had a procedure called a needle biopsy on a lung. In this procedure, a hollow needle is used to take 1 or more samples of your lung tissue. The tissue is then looked at under a microscope. There are several different types of needle biopsies.

Your health care provider has diagnosed you with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). ITP is a blood disorder that causes your immune system to destroy your platelets. Here's what you can do at home to lower your risk.

You've been diagnosed with long-term (chronic) pancreatitis. This is caused by repeated cases of inflammation of your pancreas. Learn how to care for yourself at home.

You are going home with a feeding tube in place. If you normally take any medicines by mouth, you will need to take them through your feeding tube. You can make this easier by calling your pharmacist to see whether any of your medicines are available in liquid form. If they are, ask that your prescriptions be filled with liquid medicines.

A halo ring and vest brace device keeps your head and neck from moving after a neck fracture or surgery. Read on to learn how to care for yourself at home when you're wearing this device.

Follow these tips to help you take care of your incision when you get home.

If you've had rotator cuff repair, this sheet can help you care for yourself after the procedure.