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… sperm count. If you are pregnant and have trichomoniasis, your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low … have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need treatment. It takes time … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external (“male”) and …
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… there are symptoms of unexplained or repeated infections in children. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted … have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external (“male”) and …
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… women, the infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and the … treatment. Gonorrhea can be passed to a baby's eyes during childbirth. This may lead to blindness if the baby is not … 6 months after treatment. If you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, you should have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after …
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… lesions. Cervical cancer that is caused by HPV is detected using a Pap test, which is a routine part of a female sexual … as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV). Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health status If you have recently changed …
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… The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … you may pass the infection to you baby's eyes during childbirth. This may lead to blindness if the baby is not … 6 months after treatment. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after completing …
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… infected. While molluscum contagiosum is most common among children under 10 years of age, the infection can affect … do not work. If you have symptoms or questions, contact your health care provider, or call 8-1-1 to speak with a … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, male and female condoms …
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… PID infection Sexual contact Medical procedures that open your cervix such as abortion, dilation & curettage (D&C), or … intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after starting … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external (“male”) and …
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… any symptoms or you may notice a change in the fluid from your vagina, such as some watery discharge. The fluid may … must be examined by a health care provider. Lab tests of your vaginal fluid may be done. Your health care provider … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safe sex by using a condom When used as directed, male and female …
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… Vietnamese Why is my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important information … healthy but have a rare and serious disorder that you and your doctor or midwife may not know about. Newborn screening … affects the nerves that control muscle movement. Babies and children with SMA may have difficulty with swallowing, …
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… person’s immune system usually prevents the parasite from causing disease. Those who do get sick with a mild form of the … ways for people to get toxoplasmosis include: Touching your hands to your mouth after cleaning a cat's litter box … poor growth, early delivery or stillbirth. If a child is born with toxoplasmosis, they can experience eye …
