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… is a viral infection that affects the outer layer of the skin. The virus causes small, smooth bumps on the skin’s surface. These can spread easily but are not harmful. … appear anywhere on the body from 2 weeks to 6 months after contact with the virus. The bumps grow over several weeks to …
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… can spread the infection to you if their hands have come in contact with the C. diff bacteria, and they have not … be moved to a room by yourself. You will also be put on contact precautions to try to prevent spreading the … washing hands frequently apply hand cream often to prevent skin breakdown. For more information on hand washing, see …
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… lice are most often spread through close person-to-person contact, sexual contact, and may also spread by sharing … the lice can cause a rash or small bluish spots on your skin. The spots may last for some time, even after all lice … after the first treatment, or if you have any signs of a skin infection. Skin infections can be caused by frequent …
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… on to others through food preparation or hand-to-mouth contact. Untreated water that has become contaminated by … as grapes or strawberries Eat fruits and vegetables if the skin is broken or bruised Eat watermelon as it may have been … speak with your health care provider. When should I contact a health care provider? Contact a health care …
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… is strep throat. Other types of common infections include skin and wound infections, ear and sinus infections, and … the throat and, in children, abdominal pain. Impetigo is a skin infection and common in children. The bacteria get into … of a person with a GAS infection or those who have direct contact with the mouth or nose secretions of an infected …
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… sexual health exam. How is HPV spread? HPV spreads by skin-to-skin contact. This can be during oral, vaginal or anal sex, …
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… radiation, your body produces and releases more melanin (a skin pigment) to absorb the UV radiation. This makes your skin darken and is a sign of skin damage. There are two types of UV radiation, UVA and …
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… and burning in hands and feet. Arsenic can also cause skin changes, which include skin darkening as well as wart-like or corn-like growths. … testing, see HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing . Contact your local public health unit or environmental …
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… about herpes. For many people, herpes is a minor skin condition that comes and goes without causing problems. … it spread? Herpes is passed from person-to-person by direct skin-to-skin contact with a person who has the virus (e.g., through …
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… the mouth and the throat, the female genital tract and on skin around the anal area. Human stools (bowel movements) … Occasionally enterococci can get into open wounds or skin ulcers, and cause infection. Less often, they can cause … common way VRE spreads from person to person is by direct contact, usually with the hands. If your hands become …
