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… It can irritate the skin, eyes, nose or throat. Allergy or asthma symptoms could get worse. Poor indoor air quality is caused … Biological contaminants can cause infections and allergic symptoms. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #65b …
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… another sexually transmitted infection (STI). What are the symptoms? Each stage of syphilis has different symptoms. They can vary or be so mild that you may not know … usually disappears but it can come back months later. Other symptoms may include headache, fever, hair loss, swollen …
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… These can spread easily but are not harmful. What are the symptoms? A molluscum infection begins as tiny painless … Avoid shaving areas where the bumps are present. If these symptoms appear around the eyes, they may be treated to prevent irritation. Treatment of symptoms in the genital area will prevent them from …
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… tests done. Sexual abuse must be considered if there are symptoms of unexplained or repeated infections in children. … through unprotected oral, vaginal or anal sex. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of urethritis can include: Clear or mucous-like …
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… a person who is infected with the parasite. What are the symptoms? It is possible to have trichomoniasis and not have any symptoms. For women symptoms can include: Change in amount and/or colour (often …
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… reaction called anaphylaxis. This may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. Should … by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop after you leave the clinic, call 9-1-1 or …
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… occur mainly in the summer and early fall. What are the symptoms? Symptoms start 3 to 6 days after being infected with the virus. Symptoms usually start suddenly and may include a fever, …
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… to their baby, during pregnancy or birth What are the symptoms? Most people who have HCV feel well, have no symptoms and may not know they have HCV. Some people may have a brief illness with symptoms around 6 weeks after being infected with HCV. You …
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… are bitten by a mosquito carrying the virus. What are the symptoms of West Nile virus? Most people infected with WNV … illness that starts 3 to 14 days after being infected. Symptoms may include fever, headache, body aches, fatigue and sometimes a rash on the body. These symptoms generally last about 1 week, but they can last for …
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… and then spread from the vagina to the uterus What are the symptoms? Women who have PID often do not have any symptoms, and do not know they have it. However, when present, the most common symptoms are: Pain in the lower abdomen (usually both sides) …
