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Vaginal yeast infection

… during sex. However, if your partner has symptoms, they should also seek treatment. Both men and women can get yeast infections. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of a … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… may not have any symptoms or you may notice a change in the fluid from your vagina, such as some watery discharge. The … piercings. Store condoms at room temperature. A new condom should be used every time you have sex. Use only water-based … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get …

Urethritis

… #08l Chlamydia . To find out if you have urethritis, you should be examined by a health care provider and have lab … Symptoms of urethritis can include: Clear or mucous-like fluid from the penis or vagina People with urethritis can … may increase the chance of getting an STI Get vaccinated Vaccines can prevent some STIs, such as hepatitis A, B and …

Cervicitis

… can include: Changes in the amount and/or color of fluid from the vagina Abnormal vaginal bleeding or spotting … If the infection is sexually transmitted, sexual partners should be tested and treated. It takes time for the … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you could get anemia. People who have … with 400 mcg (0.4 mg) of folic acid every day. What should I look for when choosing a multivitamin with folic … take a daily multivitamin with folic acid. Supplements should be taken in addition to a well-balanced diet, not in …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… periods Change in the amount, colour and/or odour of fluid from the vagina Having to urinate more often Pain or … the hospital for intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get …

Gonorrhea

… is passed from one person to another by contact with body fluids containing the bacteria during unprotected oral, … treatment. If you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, you should have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after completing … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… the spread of germs that cause illnesses such as colds, the flu, diarrhea, or vomiting. Why is hand washing important? … your child’s nose or changing a diaper is a common way to get germs on your hands. You cannot avoid contacting germs, … yourself and others by knowing when to wash your hands. How should I properly wash my hands? To properly wash your …

Trichomoniasis

… in amount and/or colour (often whitish-yellow, frothy) fluid from the vagina Itching, burning, redness and/or … birth weight. It is also associated with a higher chance of getting and passing HIV, other STIs and an increased risk … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… healthy people. Many people carry these bacteria but don’t get sick. These bacteria can also cause strep throat, … How can necrotizing fasciitis be prevented? There is no vaccine to prevent group A streptococcal infections. … not had chickenpox or the chickenpox (varicella) vaccine should get the vaccine. For information about the chickenpox …