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… Generalized rashes are over the whole body. Ones caused by viruses are more common in babies and young children than in … children who have viral illnesses. Most rashes caused by viruses aren't serious. They usually go away over a few days … contagious illness caused by a type of herpes virus. Fifth disease . This rash on the face looks like the cheeks have …
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… Key points to remember Bronchitis is usually caused by a virus and often follows a cold or flu. Antibiotics usually … have other problems, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), other long-term breathing problems (such as … bronchitis? Acute bronchitis is almost always caused by a virus . It's more common during the winter months and often …
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… Mononucleosis (mono) is a common illness caused by a virus. It can start with a sore throat and swollen glands. … feel better. What causes mono and how does it spread? The virus that usually causes mono—the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)—can be spread through: Intimate contact or …
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… body digests food. Common examples include diverticular disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), reflux and … (HealthLinkBC File #68h) Lower fibre food choices Celiac disease Celiac disease is a condition where the small intestine gets …
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… you visited and whether you think you may have gotten a disease. Many diseases don't show up right away. And some … by bacteria. But sometimes it is caused by a parasite or virus. Most people get it when they eat undercooked, raw, or … by bacteria. But sometimes it is caused by a parasite or virus. Most people get it when they eat undercooked, raw, or …
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… everything from how your heart works to symptoms of heart disease. General Cardiac Output Electrical System of the … Them? How the Heart Works Arterial Problems Carotid Artery Disease Carotid Artery Stenting Deep Vein Thrombosis Giant … Intermittent Claudication Ischemia Peripheral Arterial Disease and Exercise Peripheral Arterial Disease Peripheral …
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… causes them? Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) . HSV usually enters the body through a break in … healed. But there is a small risk that you can spread the virus even if you don't have blisters.  What are the … cold sores can be very painful. Some people have the virus but don't get cold sores. They have no symptoms. You …
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… Sexual Behaviour Military Sexual Trauma Parkinson's Disease and Sexual Problems Premature Ejaculation Sensual … Syphilis Genital Herpes Genital Warts (Human Papillomavirus) Gonorrhea Neurosyphilis Other Health Problems Caused by Herpes Simplex Virus Pubic Lice Rashes or Sores in the Groin Stages of …
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… full-term infants for getting severe respiratory syncytial virus infection, especially if they have lung problems. The … If you have not yet had the vaccines for these diseases, get the vaccine as soon as you can. These vaccines … full-term infants for getting severe respiratory syncytial virus infection, especially if they have lung problems. The …
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… genital area. What causes it? Genital herpes is caused by a virus—either the herpes simplex virus type 1 or the herpes simplex virus type 2. You get infected when the virus enters your …