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… people with weakened immune systems can be more serious. Complications from chickenpox include pneumonia (lung infection), encephalitis (swelling of the brain), and bacterial infections of the skin from scratching. … as soon as possible to reduce the illness, and the risk for complications. Prevention methods may include antiviral …
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… to infections of the ear or lungs (pneumonia). More serious complications, occurring in 1 person in 1,000, include … damage. About 1 person in 3,000 with measles can die from complications. Mumps causes fever, headaches, and swelling … from chickenpox include pneumonia, encephalitis, and bacterial infections of the skin. Encephalitis can lead to …
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… that alternates with diarrhea What are the possible complications? Possible complications from constipation include: Hemorrhoids Cracks …
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… infection may lead to scarring of the liver, called cirrhosis, which can lead to liver failure and/or cancer in … but there is treatment that can reduce the risk of serious complications such as damage to your liver. Regular visits …
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… left untreated, it can progress to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, liver cancer and even death. How is hepatitis C … liver disease. This can lead to scarring of the liver (cirrhosis), kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, liver failure, …
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… is the best way to protect against chickenpox and its complications. When you get your child immunized, you help … and those with weakened immune systems is more severe. Complications from chickenpox include pneumonia (lung infection), encephalitis (swelling of the brain), and bacterial infections of the skin. Encephalitis can lead to …
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… can cause pneumonia, seizures, brain damage or death. These complications are seen most often in infants. Pertussis can … serious disease including permanent liver damage called cirrhosis. Hepatitis B is also 1 of the main causes of liver …
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… infection may lead to scarring of the liver, called cirrhosis. Cirrhosis can lead to liver failure and cancer in a small …
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… STI on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications like pelvic inflammatory disease and … Genital herpes (#08d) Syphilis (#08e) Cervicitis (#08f) Bacterial vaginosis (BV) (#08g) Pubic lice (#08h) Molluscum …
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… a choice between several activities, play should be spontaneous and unstructured as much as possible. When …