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Chlamydia

… find out if you have chlamydia, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? Chlamydia is passed from one person to … cause discharge from the anus, rectal pain, mucous with stools, painful bowel movements and redness in the anal area. …

Vaginal yeast infection

… use of antibiotics; use of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; … or high blood sugar from poorly controlled diabetes. How is it spread? Vaginal yeast infections are not usually spread during sex. However, if your partner …

E coli infection

… digestive tract and, in serious cases, the kidneys. There are many strains of E. coli , and most are harmless. When … also be transmitted from a sick person to another person. How do I avoid getting sick? To reduce the risk of E. coli … to air dry Use B.C.'s FOODSAFE Chlorine Dilution Calculator tool to make up the proper sanitizer strength based on the …

Molluscum contagiosum

… bumps on the skin’s surface. These can spread easily but are not harmful. What are the symptoms? A molluscum … become swollen and turn red as the body fights the virus. How does the infection spread? A molluscum infection is … do not work. If you have symptoms or questions, contact your health care provider, or call 8-1-1 to speak with a …

Trichomoniasis

… out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests … testing for men is not routinely available or recommended. How is it spread? Trichomoniasis is spread by having vaginal … sperm count. If you are pregnant and have trichomoniasis, your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… into the tissues surrounding them. Chlamydia and gonorrhea are sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that commonly … examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? PID is most often caused by STIs. Factors … PID infection Sexual contact Medical procedures that open your cervix such as abortion, dilation & curettage (D&C), or …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… over 100 types of viruses that can infect the penis, vulva (area outside of the vagina) or anus, and the linings of the … which is a routine part of a female sexual health exam. How is HPV spread? HPV spreads by skin-to-skin contact. This … as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV). Talk to your health care provider about how to get these …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… bacteria. BV occurs when that bacteria over-grows. What are the symptoms? If you have bacterial vaginosis, you may … any symptoms or you may notice a change in the fluid from your vagina, such as some watery discharge. The fluid may … not considered a sexually transmitted infection (STI). However, if you are exposed to an STI while you have BV, you …

Cervicitis

… (a virus). It can also be caused by other organisms that are not sexually transmitted. Reactions or irritations to … examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted organisms that … be treated with antibiotic pills. It is important to follow your treatment instructions carefully. If you were given …

Pubic lice

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are pubic lice? Pubic lice are tiny insects that live on … lower abdomen, eyebrows, eyelashes, and facial hair. How are they spread? Pubic lice cannot jump or fly. Pubic … the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. …