Patient resources

A cast is a hard shell that completely covers a bone fracture. Also called a full cast. It keeps broken bones from moving until they heal. That also reduces pain. It also protects the injured part from any more injury.

A cast is a hard shell that completely covers a bone fracture. Also called a full cast. It keeps broken bones from moving until they heal. That also reduces pain. It also protects the injured part from any more injury.

Painful, shallow ulcers (sores) on the inner lips or cheeks. Not caused by an infection

Burns to the skin. A burn is a heat, chemical or electrical injury to the skin

Bruises to the skin anywhere on the body. Bruises are bleeding into the skin from damaged blood vessels

A viral infection of the smallest airways in the lungs. Wheezing is the main symptom. Average age for getting bronchiolitis is 6 months (Range: birth to 2 years).

A spell that includes holding the breath, then turning blue and passing out.

Breastfeeding questions about mother’s medicines, drugs or smoking. Main concern is how much gets into breastmilk and could this affect the baby.

Breastfeeding questions about mother’s illness

Breastfeeding questions about mother’s diet and alcohol use. Main concern is how much gets into breastmilk and could this affect the baby.

Breastfeeding questions about mother’s breast symptoms

Breastfeeding questions about feeding, milk and supply

Breastfeeding questions about your baby

Breast pain and swelling during the week before menstrual periods. Normal in 10% of teens and 50% of adult women.

A small disc-shaped lump felt under the nipple (areola). Indicates the start of puberty