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Discharge Instructions: Caring for Your Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC)

… going home with a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC). This small, soft tube has been placed in a vein in your … how long you may need the PICC and when to have a follow-up visit. Write down important details about caring for your … you need to. Always clean your hands before and after you come in contact with any part of the PICC. Your caregivers, …
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What is Vaginal Cancer?

… And babies are born through the vagina. There are different cells within the vagina. They include: Squamous … everything moist. When vaginal cancer forms There are different types of vaginal cancer. Vaginal intraepithelial … Abnormal cells are found in the epithelium. VAIN could become cancer over time. Squamous cell carcinoma. This is the …
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Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Introduction

… early. The information below will help you learn about different types of this skin cancer.  What is nonmelanoma skin … body. This is called metastasis. Nonmelanoma is the most common type of skin cancer. It is successfully treated if … protects us from heat, sunlight, injury, and infection. It stores water and fat, and makes vitamin D. The skin has 3 …
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

… that affects a person’s central vision. AMD is the most common cause of severe vision loss among people age 50 and … degeneration? There are two main types of AMD. They have different causes: Dry AMD. This type is more common. The … Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your healthcare provider: Know the reason for your …
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Graves Disease in Children

… Graves disease in a child? Graves disease is much less common in children than in adults, but it does happen more … disease in a child? The signs of Graves disease may be different in children than in adults. Signs can occur a bit … treatment. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your child’s doctor: Know the reason for the visit
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People Assigned Male at Birth- Protecting Your Fertility Before Cancer Treatment

… You may feel overwhelmed and scared. These are normal, common responses. These feelings can be caused by many … cancer care may harm your ability to have children (your fertility). If you think you might want the option of having … of semen. The sperm from the semen sample are frozen and stored. When you are ready to have a child, the sperm can be …
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