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… younger than 5 often develop wheezing during a respiratory infection. Children with a family history of allergies seem … certain viral infections, such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) , rhinovirus (which causes the common cold), and influenza virus, …
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… (rubeola)? Measles is a very contagious (easily spread) infection that causes a rash all over your body. It is also … their regular shots. What causes it? Measles is caused by a virus. It is spread when a person who has it coughs, sneezes, or shares food or drinks. The virus can travel through the air. This means that you can …
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… health issues are often related to menstrual cycles, sex, infection, birth control methods, aging, medicines, or … Support Genital Herpes Genital Warts (Human Papillomavirus) Getting Pregnant After Stopping Birth Control … High-Risk Sexual Behaviour HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Infection Hormonal Birth Control: Risk of Blood Clots …
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… has a cold, antibiotics won't help. Colds are caused by viruses, and antibiotics can't treat viruses. There is also a risk of side effects from … include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes, and yeast infections. Antibiotics also kill good bacteria contributing …
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… Genital Warts (Human Papillomavirus) On this page: … causes them? Genital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Over 100 types of HPV have been found. Some … Risk factors are things that make you more likely to get an infection. Sometimes the doctor takes a sample of tissue …
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… is common if you have HIV, especially if you have had the virus for many years. Being severely tired can affect your … may be caused by one or more of the following: Having the virus itself Taking HIV medicines Taking other medicines, … enough oxygen, and you feel tired and weak. Having other infections that can happen with HIV. These are called …
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… photosensitivity.) Rashes, hives, and itching may occur. Infections. Bacterial skin infections, such as impetigo and … Autoimmune diseases , such as lupus and scleroderma . Hepatitis , which may cause your skin and the whites of your … Autoimmune diseases , such as lupus and scleroderma . Hepatitis , which may cause your skin and the whites of your …
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… What is tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is an infection or inflammation of the tonsils . The tonsils are … 10 days. What causes it? Tonsillitis is usually caused by a virus. It can also be caused by the same bacteria that cause … need treatment with antibiotics. Tonsillitis caused by a virus usually goes away on its own. Treatment includes …
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… your child's asthma. Other things like dry, cold air; an infection; or some medicines. Try not to have your child … type of respiratory illness, especially one caused by a virus, such as influenza . Exercising ( exercise-induced … history of allergies or asthma. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and wheezing at a young age. Early infection …
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… Diseases such as lupus and certain cancers. Infections, such as HIV , hepatitis B , and hepatitis C . Medicines such as non-steroidal …