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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.

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.

Surgery for hypospadias

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

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Talking to others about hemophilia

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Preparing to come to the hospital for surgery

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As a parent/caregiver, you can play an important role in preparing your child to come to the hospital. Learn about your child's surgery, ask questions and find out how you can prepare 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.

Blocked tear duct surgery

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A blocked tear duct stops the flow of tears from the eye down into the nose. Learn how a blocked tear duct can be treated.

What to expect on the day of surgery

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Learn what to expect when your child comes to the hospital for surgery. Everyone’s surgical journey is different and may look different depending on the hospital you are at.

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.

During scoliosis surgery

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Find out what happens when your child enters the operating room to when they are moved into their room. A guide for what your child can expect during scoliosis surgery.

The health-care team: Who will be taking care of your child on the day of surgery?

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When your child comes to the hospital for surgery, you will meet many different members of the health-care team. Learn about the role each of these people play in your child’s care.