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Your emotions: Before scoliosis surgery

When preparing to have scoliosis surgery, it is normal to experience a change in mood, or anxiety. Read about why they occur and tips for managing them.

Surgery for hypospadias

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Learn what to expect when preparing your child for hypospadias surgery.

Talking to your child about illness

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Learn helpful tips when talking to your child about illness.

Types of cancer surgery

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Being told you need surgery for your cancer diagnosis or treatment can be scary. This page describes the different types of surgery you might need to help you prepare and know what to expect.

How to prepare as a caregiver for your child’s surgery

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Parents/caregivers may experience a lot of emotions when they learn their child needs surgery. Learn strategies to help you prepare yourself before the surgery so that you can better support your child.

Hemodialysis: Using an AV graft or AV fistula for ease of access

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Learn about the two main options to create a vein or artery that is easy to use for your child's hemodialysis.

How to prepare for surgery based on your child's age

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How you prepare your child for surgery will depend on their age. Learn about different ways to prepare, from infants to teens.

Tonsil surgery or tonsil and adenoid surgery: Caring for your child after the operation

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Tonsils and adenoids may be removed if they become enlarged. Read about surgery to remove tonsils and adenoids and how to help your child recover.

What to do if your child gets sick before surgery

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If your child becomes sick before surgery, the surgery may need to be rescheduled. Learn about why it is important that your child is well before surgery.

What to do in the days before your child's surgery

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There are certain things that you will need to do to prepare to come to the hospital on the day of your child’s surgery. Review the checklists in this article to help you and your child get ready for surgery.

Adenoid surgery: Caring for your child after the operation

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Children may have their adenoids removed to relieve pressure or reduce infections. Learn about adenoid surgery and recovery following adenoid surgery.

Your scoliosis surgery

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Here is an introduction to scoliosis surgery. Links are provided to pages that give information about what will happen before, during, and after surgery.

Returning to school after scoliosis surgery

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School mates may not understand your scoliosis surgery, and may overreact. Learn tips for communicating with them, as well as preparing for school absences.

Deciding about epilepsy surgery: Points to consider

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Learn some important things to keep in mind when making a decision about epilepsy surgery, such as surgery goals, risks and possible complications.

Talking with your doctor about your child

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Parents with a sick child need open communication with the health-care team. Learn tips when talking with the doctor about your child.

Talking to others about hemophilia

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Learn tips on how to talk to your friends about hemophilia.

Cyberbullying: Talking to your children

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Learn how to help your child use technology safely and what to do if your child has been bullied, has bullied others or has seen cyberbullying.

What are the fasting guidelines for your child before surgery?

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Before receiving anesthesia for surgery, your child will receive fasting or NPO (nothing by mouth) guidelines to follow. If these guidelines are not followed, the procedure or surgery will be cancelled and rescheduled for the safety of your child.

Coping with your family and others

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When a child goes through scoliosis surgery, the whole family is affected in many ways. Suggestions for coping with family during this stressful time.

Talking to your teen

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Talking with your teenager can be difficult and even stressful at times. However, having effective communication skills can help ease that stress.

Thumb duplication (preaxial polydactyly): Treatment

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Treatment of a duplicated thumb may involve surgery depending on the structure and function of your child’s hand. Learn about the surgery and how to care for your child after the procedure.

Speech and language therapy for mutism after brain tumour surgery

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Find in-depth information on the speech and language problems that can occur as a result of brain tumour treatment, and the ways that speech and language therapy can help.

Coming for surgery

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The Coming for Surgery Learning Hub offers patients and their families valuable information on how to prepare for surgery and what to expect on the day of the procedure. While this resource provides general guidance, it is important to consult your health-care team for details specific to your child's surgery and care.

Functional endoscopic sinus surgery

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Functional endoscopic sinus surgery is a procedure that uses a thin telescope to open the pathways of the sinuses and clear blockages. Learn more about the surgery and how to care for your child at home.

What is general anesthesia?

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This article will provide information to help prepare your child for their surgery, test or treatment under general anesthesia.