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… fallopian tubes. These infections can lead to difficulty getting pregnant, tubal pregnancies or ongoing pelvic pain. … this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you need further treatment. Other … for more information. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice …
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… birth weight. It is also associated with a higher chance of getting and passing HIV, other STIs and an increased risk … this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you or your partners need more … unless symptoms persist. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice …
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… this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you or your partners need more … another cause is identified. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice … (N-9).It can irritate tissue and may increase the chance of getting an STI Get vaccinated Vaccines can prevent some …
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… not treated. Gonorrhea treatment does not protect you from getting it again. If you are treated and your sexual … of the body. In women, complications may include difficulty getting pregnant, ectopic or tubal pregnancy or pelvic … this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you or your partners need more …
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… pneumonia. Chlamydia treatment does not protect you from getting it again. If you are treated and your sex partners … problems. It is also associated with a higher chance of getting HIV. In women, complications may include difficulty … this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you or your partners need more …
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… Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected … vaccine as a series of 2 doses. What are the benefits of getting the vaccine? The vaccine is the best way to protect … fatal diseases. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others as well. What are the possible reactions …
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… health care provider. There are steps that can be taken to help prevent the virus being passed to the baby. This is … HIV) A healthy lifestyle, such as a good diet, getting enough sleep and rest, exercise, and reducing stress … in some people. How can I lower my chance of passing or getting herpes? Condoms offer good protection, but do not …
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… Your care provider is there to answer questions and help you to make informed and healthy choices. It can help to write down your questions before your visit. It may … such as a friend, partner, or community support worker. Getting early and regular prenatal care is an important step …
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… skin-to-skin contact with an infected person is at risk of getting infected. While molluscum contagiosum is most common … with a registered nurse. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice … using a condom When used correctly, male and female condoms help prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal …
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… spread? PID is most often caused by STIs. Factors that make getting PID more likely include having: Unprotected sex with … from PID can include: Long lasting pelvic pain Trouble getting pregnant (infertility) Increased chance of an … external (“male”) and internal (“female”) condoms help prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal …