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A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… should be considered, and delaying may not be best. What symptoms will I have? Some common symptoms of cataract(s) are: Blurry, filmy, foggy, cloudy, … eye. You may need to use lubricating drops to help. What symptoms will I have and when should I call my doctor? …

Rubella

… who has the virus can also put you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include a rash, fever, joint aches, headache, … comfortable while you rest and recover. Drink plenty of fluids such as water, juice and soup, especially if you have …

Cryptosporidium infection

… infection to other people in their families. What are the symptoms of cryptosporidiosis? Cryptosporidiosis may cause … and dehydration. However, you can be infected and have no symptoms. Symptoms typically start 2 to 10 days after … People with cryptosporidiosis should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. What should I do if I become …

Measles

… who has the virus can also put you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, runny nose, and … comfortable while you rest and recover: Drink plenty of fluids such as water, juice and soup, especially if you have …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… or rectum. Most of the time HPV infection does not have any symptoms, and will go away on its own without treatment. The … the possibility of getting an HPV infection. What are the symptoms of HPV? Genital warts are a symptom of HPV … produce visible warts, most people do not show any signs or symptoms of an HPV infection. As a result, they can pass HPV …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… BV occurs when that bacteria over-grows. What are the symptoms? If you have bacterial vaginosis, you may not have any symptoms or you may notice a change in the fluid from your vagina, such as some watery discharge. The fluid may also change to a grey colour or have a fish-like …

Norovirus

… schools, children’s camps and on cruise ships. What are the symptoms? Within 1 to 2 days of being exposed to norovirus … 1 to 3 days. Complications may occur if you lose too much fluid from vomiting and diarrhea and do not drink enough fluids. This is called dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration …

Giardia infection

… activity when there is contact with feces. What are the symptoms of giardiasis? Giardiasis may cause diarrhea, … and pale greasy stools, nausea, weight loss and fatigue. Symptoms start about 1 to 3 weeks after exposure to the parasite. Symptoms can last from 2 to 4 weeks or longer. Often you can …

E coli infection

… to Shiga-toxin producing E. coli as E. coli . What are the symptoms? Symptoms of E.coli infection include: Watery … you should see a health care provider. Drinking lots of fluids is important to replace lost fluids and prevent dehydration. Do not take anti-diarrhea …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… liver caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). What are the symptoms? After the virus enters your body, it may take … HBV is spread through contact with the blood and other body fluids of someone with HBV infection. Blood, semen and vaginal fluid contain the highest amounts of virus. Transmission can …