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This handout for people who have had a breast implant or expander procedure. It explains important instructions for taking antibiotics before having dental work or certain medical procedures.

This handout explains prostate ultrasound and biopsy, diagnostic tests to check for prostate cancer. It includes how to prepare, how the tests are done, risks involved, and how to get the results.

This handout for patients at UW Medicine in Seattle explains how to prepare for a prostate ultrasound and seed marker insertion. It includes how the procedure is done and what risks are involved. It also provides phone numbers for scheduling a radiation planning session or simulation.

This handout gives steps to follow for qigong exercises to improve sleep and reduce anxiety, depression, and stress. Qigong (“chee-gong”) is an ancient Chinese mind-body practice that improves mental and physical health.

This handout describes the most common side effects from radiation to the abdomen. It includes guidelines for treating or coping with nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, stomach discomfort, difficulty with urination, and skin reactions.

This handout lists the most comon side effects that occur for patients having radiation to their chest. Many tips are provided to help minimize or manage side effects.

This handout lists the most common side effects that occur for patients having radiation to their chest. Many tips are provided to help minimize or manage side effects.

This handout for UW Medicine patients explains how radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is used to treat chronic knee pain. It includes what to expect when having a trial nerve block and the RFA procedure.

This handout explains radiofrequency ablation therapy for thyroid nodules and what to expect during the procedure and recovery.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions for 7 simple exercises that will help your gain flexibility in your shoulder, arm, and hand. Be sure to check with your physical therapist before trying any new exercises.