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… inflammatory disease (PID) Last updated September 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08c Sexually Transmitted … 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 …
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… Molluscum contagiosum Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 08i Sexually Transmitted … 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 …
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… Trichomoniasis Last updated May 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08p Sexually Transmitted … 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 …
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… Vaginal yeast infection Last updated December 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 08j Sexually Transmitted … A vaginal yeast infection is a common infection caused by the overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. What causes … use of antibiotics; use of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; …
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… Gonorrhea Last updated February 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08a Sexually Transmitted … 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 …
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… Chlamydia Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08l Sexually Transmitted … 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 …
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… Pubic lice Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 08h Sexually Transmitted … the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. … irritation and painful swelling. Bites from the lice can cause a rash or small bluish spots on your skin. The spots may …
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… benefits: It reduces the chances of passing the STI on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications … and lubricant Alcohol and some prescription and illegal drugs can interfere with your ability to have a conversation … (polyurethane, nitrile, polyisoprene) rubbers. They can be used during vaginal, anal or oral sex Internal (“female”) …
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… Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin … Vietnamese Certain foods and beverages can affect how your warfarin works. This handout will help you to plan your … are rich in vitamin K. Some diseases and conditions can cause the blood to clot too much. When this happens, blood …
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… infection and genital warts Last updated November 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 101a Sexually Transmitted … 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 …
