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Hepatitis B virus infection

… of illness. Symptoms of HBV infection may include fatigue, fever, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, tenderness to … spread? HBV is spread through contact with the blood and other body fluids of someone with HBV infection. Blood, … with chronic HBV infection can pass the infection on to others. This long-term infection may lead to scarring of the …

Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… you can reduce the chance of passing this virus to others by doing the following: Talk to your health care … time you have sex will help to reduce the risk of HBV and other sexually transmitted infections. For more information, … nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, fever, loss of appetite and jaundice or yellowing of the …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… stage of the disease, you may have the following symptoms: fever sore muscles headaches nausea vomiting shortness of … specifically the deer mouse found across North America. Other rodents, such as house mice, roof rats and Norway rats … be exposed when they use infested trail shelters or camp in other deer mouse habitats. The chance of being exposed to …

Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… systems. Symptoms are visible shortly after exposure. Others affect the liver and it takes days before symptoms … with cyanobacterial toxins include: headaches, nausea, fever, sore throat, dizziness, stomach cramps, diarrhea, …

Childhood vaccines are safe

… only a day or two. Common side effects may include a low fever or soreness where the vaccine was given. Millions of … diabetes, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), or other illnesses. These studies are posted at the Institute …

Heat-related illness

… dark Increasing heart rate and rapid, shallow breathing Fever, particularly a core body temperature of 39°C (102°F) … are comfortable and provide them with enough fluids Other things that may increase your risk of heat-related … pills and certain psychiatric medications Use of alcohol or other substances Previous heat stroke High humidity How can …

HIV and HIV tests

… using a condom (the risk increases if either person has another sexually transmitted infection like syphilis, herpes, … sex (although the risk of HIV transmission is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, … some people have flu-like symptoms. This may include fever, headache, muscle or joint soreness, swollen glands, …

Bed bugs

… Some people do not react at all to the bites, however others may have a small skin reaction. In rare cases, people … sheets, pillow, mattress, bed frame, carpets, clothing and other items that come in close contact with your body. The … is recommended for households with family members who have allergies or asthma. Vacuum all places that might harbour …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses from spoiled food, other infected animals, the environment or infected humans. … Tapeworms Hookworms You may also come into contact with other animals that are not normally kept as pets such as … called psittacosis. The symptoms of psittacosis include fever, headache, rash, muscle aches and cough. Litter boxes: …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… transmitted infections (STIs) that commonly cause PID. Other infections that are not sexually transmitted can also … are: Pain in the lower abdomen (usually both sides) Fever (greater than 38℃ /100.4℉) Pain deep inside during … a fertilized egg attaches to the fallopian tube or any other area outside of the uterus Getting PID again Toxic …