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This handout explains prednisone, a steroid medicine often used to treat pulmonary fibrosis, allergies, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, or other breathing disorders. It includes how to take the medicine and possible side effects.

This appendix to the Heart Transplant Manual explains the medicine prednisone, prescribed for heart transplant patients.

This document is the cover page, table of contents, and welcome letter for the birth book "Pregnancy and Giving Birth" that provides information for expectant parents. The book covers pregnancy, caring for yourself, the baby's growth, the stages of labor and birth, and more.

This handout explains what you need to know about medical imaging during pregnancy. It describes different types of imaging, and safety information for you and your baby. It also answers common questions to help you be informed and confident about your care.

This handout provides information about pregnancy testing before surgery. It explains risks, benefits, and choosing not to have the test.

This handout explains why a pregnancy test is required before having radiation therapy. It includes when and how the test is done, and what to do if a test is positive.

This handout explains preimplantation genetic testing, a test for abnormal chromosomes in an embryo. It includes how the tests are done and what to expect.

This brochure describes services provided by the Prenatal Diagnosis Program at UWMC. Those services include genetic counseling, prenatal screening, and diagnostic testing. Included are possible reasons for referral to the clinic, as well as a map and contact information.

This handout explains an integrated screen, which is a test done during pregnancy to check the fetus for Down syndrome, trisomy 18, or spina bifida.

This handout includes instructions for how to prepare for abdominal or colorectal surgery.

This handout explains the reasons for having a Caesarean birth, and describes how to prepare for the surgery. It also includes information on the anesthesia (pain medicine) that is used, and what happens after surgery. This document is a chapter in the birth book "Pregnancy and Giving Birth."

This handout is part of the manual "Breastfeeding Your Hospitalized Baby." It explains what will happen at discharge, test weights, renting a pump, and what to expect at home.

This handout is for patients who are ready for Inpatient Rehabiliation at University of Washington Medical Center. It explains the Rehab program, and what to expect during your stay on the Rehab Unit.

This handout is for patients who are having surgery to treat a pheochromocytoma, a tumor in the adrenal gland. It includes a log for tracking your heart rate and blood pressure before surgery.

This handout explains how to prepare when having radiation treatment for prostate cancer at University of Washington Medical Center.

This handout explains how to prepare when having radiation treatment for prostate cancer at University of Washington Medical Center.

This section of the Guide to Your Weight Loss Surgery explains self-care, coping with lifestyle changes, and diet instructions before and after surgery.

This slideshow explains how to prepare for a C-section (Cesarean section) at University of Washington Medical Center. It includes what to expect before and after surgery, and basic self-care at home afterward.

This handout explains how to prepare for your gamma knife treatment at the Gamma Knife Center at Harborview Medical Center.

This handout gives instructions for patients having a procedure at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, WA.

This handout explains how to prepare for a transacatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) when the surgery is done at University of Washington Medical Center. TAVR is used to treat aortic stenosis. The handout contains a sample calendar for keeping track of appointments. Sections include planning for the return home and what to do 2 weeks, 1 week, 2 days, and 24 hours before the surgery.

This handout explains how to prepare for your transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVr) or transcatheter tricuspid valve repair (TTVr) with the MitraClip. It includes a checklist to keep track of everything you need to do before your procedure day, and a CareMap to let you know what to expect during your hospital stay.

This booklet explains presbycusis and its causes, diagnosis, and treatment such as hearing aids, assistive listening devices and cochlear implants. It also discusses medical therapy and prevention. Illustrations, and contact phone numbers are included.

This booklet explains how presbystasis develops, how the ear works, symptoms of presbystasis, and diagnostic tests such as electronystagmography, computerized dynamic posturography, and rotating chair. It includes explanations of medical therapy and balance therapy. It also addresses follow-up care and safety tips and contains illustrations and photographs.

This handout, authored by the Washington State Department of Health, describes the risks involved in taking opioid pain medicines for acute (short-term) pain. It includes tips on safe storage and correct disposal of left-over pills. It also explains naloxone, a prescription medicine that is used to counteract an opioid overdose.