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GENERAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
Getting Help
The Doctors Who Provide Your Care
Email Guidelines
TREATMENT:
Treatment Information:
Chemotherapy Instructions
Symptom Management:
Treating Nausea and Vomiting
Understanding and Managing Nausea & Vomiting (English & Spanish)
What You Should Know About Blood
Neutropenia—Low White Blood Cell Count
What You Need to Know about Fever and Neutropenia & Spanish
Thrombocytopenia—Low Platelets, Bleeding Precautions
Anemia—Reduced Red Blood Cells
Skin Changes Associated with Targeted Therapies
Hand-Foot Syndrome
Edema (swelling) Associated with Gleevec
Routine Tests/Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions about MRIs
Complications
Brain Map
Understanding and Treating Seizures
Blood Clots
Brain Swelling
Decadron®
Osteoporosis—Bone Loss
Patient Safety
Why Would I Need a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Therapist
Clinical Trials
Don't Be Afraid of Clinical Trials: They Could Improve the Quality of Care You Receive
Informed Consent
KEEPING TRACK:
Keeping Track
Medications
Calendar
Notes
SELF CARE STRATEGIES:
Eating Tips During Your Treatment
Nutrition—Frequently Asked Questions
Protein
Carbohydrates
Fats
Herbs
Nutrition Websites
All Tuckered Out? You Can Manage Fatigue
Brain Tumors and Fatigue
A Special Guide for Caregivers—General Information
A Special Guide for Caregivers—Recommended Resources for Caregivers
A Special Guide for Caregivers—The Caregiver's Bill of Rights
Books for the Soul
PRACTICAL INFORMATION AND RESOURCES:
Resources for Support
Hospital Religious Services
Neuropsychology Services
Disability Information
Billing Terms and Descriptions
Billing
Financial Assistance
Children's Support Services
ABTA Publications and Services Request Form
OTHER INFORMATION:
Aphasia
Disclaimer
The information in this section is provided for the convenience of patients of the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke and their health care providers. It is not intended to take the place of medical advice or care. The information provided here is subject to change. Information obtained from your physician should be considered more up to date and accurate than the information provided in this website. The information provided here is not intended to address circumstances unique to any patient. Please consult your health care provider if you are having symptoms or problems at home.
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