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Clostridium difficile C difficile

… cause of infectious diarrhea in hospitals and health care facilities. C. diff infections may lead to serious … if you eat or drink something that is contaminated. Healthcare workers, staff and visitors can spread the infection to … water are not available. If you are admitted to a health care facility and develop symptoms, such as diarrhea, that …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… pinkeye can be a more serious infection. Visit your health care provider if symptoms of pinkeye get worse. Your health care provider will know if anything is wrong and may … drops or ointment. When your child has pinkeye, your health care provider can tell you if your child can return to …

Travelling with children

… tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice before … tablets Medication recommended by your health care provider for a fever Comfortable, closed-toe shoes, and … their routine immunizations through their regular health care provider. Visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 weeks …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… find out if you have BV, you must be examined by a health care provider. Lab tests of your vaginal fluid may be done. Your health care provider may screen you for BV if you are pregnant, or … without medication. When you have symptoms, your health care provider may prescribe treatment, so the infection does …

Cervicitis

… if you have cervicitis, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The … It is important to follow your treatment instructions carefully. If you were given pills, finish all of them. If … or your partner(s). If this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you need …

HIV testing in pregnancy

… testing is important for people to receive early treatment, care and information to manage their disease. This includes … transmitted infections (STIs), speak to your health care provider. How do I get tested? You can get a referral for an HIV test through your health care provider, at a walk-in clinic or by visiting one of the …

Impetigo

… child has these symptoms, discuss them with your health care provider. Is impetigo serious? Impetigo is usually a … think your child has impetigo, take them to see a health care provider. If your health care provider finds that your child has impetigo, they can …

Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider can request tests if you show symptoms, but … consistent with cryptococcal disease, see your health care provider. Your health care provider can test for …

Urethritis

… if you have urethritis, you should be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. Sexual abuse must be … be treated with antibiotic pills. For effective treatment, carefully follow the treatment instructions and, if you were … problems later. If this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you or your …

Pubic lice

… be purchased without a prescription. Follow the directions carefully. If you have pubic lice on your eyebrows or … do not use shampoos or lotions to treat them. Instead, carefully apply occlusive ophthalmic ointment (e.g., … more information about treatment, speak with your health care provider. Your sexual partner will need to be treated …