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… (HBV) or hepatitis C (HCV) virus may develop a chronic infection that can lead to cirrhosis . The damage that … HBV and liver cancer also have cirrhosis. Receiving antiviral therapy to treat chronic HBV infection may lower your … cirrhosis in addition to hepatitis. Receiving antiviral therapy to treat chronic HCV infection may lower your …
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… health issues are often related to menstrual cycles, sex, infection, birth control methods, aging, medicines, or … section Health Topics Abortion Adenomyosis Antiretroviral Medicines for HIV Arrhythmias and Sexual Activity … section Health Topics Abortion Adenomyosis Antiretroviral Medicines for HIV Arrhythmias and Sexual Activity …
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… tract. You can get rotavirus more than once, but the first infection is usually the worst. This infection causes stomach upset and diarrhea. Babies and very young children who have rotavirus infections need to be watched closely, because they can …
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… chlamydia? Chlamydia (say "kluh-MID-ee-uh") is a bacterial infection spread through sexual contact. It usually infects … may also have a physical examination to look for signs of infection. Several types of tests can diagnose chlamydia. … is treated with antibiotics. Early treatment can cure the infection and help prevent long-term problems. To make sure …
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… of the scalp or beard. To learn more about other fungal infections, see the topics: Athlete's Foot . Diaper Rash . Fungal Nail Infections . Ringworm of the Skin . What is ringworm of the scalp or beard? Ringworm is an infection on your skin, hair, or nails. It's caused by a …
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… cysts are sometimes caused by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . You can lower your risk of STIs by using … you have one. An abscess is diagnosed based on signs of infection, such as fever or swelling, and pain in the vulva … Hernias, and Other Lumps Under the Skin Vaginal Yeast Infections Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: …
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… with a vagina. Douche. Have another sexually transmitted infection (STI). Don't use condoms. Bacterial vaginosis is … to practice safer sex to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs), whether or not you have bacterial … and during your period. Learn more Vaginal Yeast Infections What Happens Bacterial vaginosis often clears up …
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… Anthrax is a serious, sometimes deadly disease caused by infection with anthrax bacteria. These bacteria produce spores that can spread the infection. Most cases of anthrax occur in livestock, such as … by Bacillus anthracis bacteria. There are three types of infection: Cutaneous (skin) anthrax . This can occur when …
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… a rash on the skin of the foot. It's the most common skin infection caused by a fungus. Athlete's foot can cause … may depend on the type of athlete's foot you have. Toe web infection usually occurs between the fourth and fifth toes. … skin gets scaly, peels, and cracks. If you get a bacterial infection, the skin may break down even more. Moccasin-type …
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… between types of the illness. The severity and length of infection depends on the type of hepatitis. In some cases, the infection may go away on its own. In more severe cases it … Immunize BC: Hepatitis B Living Well with Hepatitis B Virus Infection (HealthLinkBC File #40d) Protecting Your Baby …
