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… to quit smoking. For many people, these include: Improve your health and lower your risk of smoking-caused illness, like heart and lung diseases, throat and oral …
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… Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis . It is … sperm count. If you are pregnant and have trichomoniasis, your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low … have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need treatment. It takes time …
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… body. In a penis, the urethra also carries semen. What causes urethritis? Urethritis is often caused by sexually … have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or your partner(s) do not finish the treatment, miss pills or …
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… Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria. In women, the infection may occur in the … women, the infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and the … protect you from getting it again. If you are treated and your sexual partner(s) are not, the bacteria will be able to …
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… infections (STIs). It is a family of over 100 types of viruses that can infect the penis, vulva (area outside of the … as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV). Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health status If you have recently changed …
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… Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria. The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … protect you from getting it again. If you are treated and your sex partners are not, the bacteria could pass back to …
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… that affects the outer layer of the skin. The virus causes small, smooth bumps on the skin’s surface. These can … do not work. If you have symptoms or questions, contact your health care provider, or call 8-1-1 to speak with a … (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get these …
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… are sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that commonly cause PID. Other infections that are not sexually transmitted … PID infection Sexual contact Medical procedures that open your cervix such as abortion, dilation & curettage (D&C), or … intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after starting …
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… can make you sick and can include: Legionella which can cause Legionnaires’ disease (can be fatal) Pseudomonas which … adequate filtration and recirculation of the water in your hot tub or pool. How can I make sure the water is safe? … chemicals are within the recommended range prior to using your pool or hot tub. Disinfectants kill germs. However, …
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… How damaging is UV radiation? When exposed to UV radiation, your body produces and releases more melanin (a skin pigment) to absorb the UV radiation. This makes your skin darken and is a sign of skin damage. There are two … can affect your skin, eyes, and immune system. UVA causes immediate tanning (the darkening of the melanin in your …
