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Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… also normally found in the mouth and the throat, the female genital tract and on skin around the anal area. Human stools …

Emergency contraception EC

… You had unprotected sex, or your partner ejaculated on your genitals (e.g., during withdrawal method) The condom broke, …

… When seen in combination, markers might suggest a congenital condition, such as Down syndrome or Trisomy 18. Your … baby? During the 18 to 22 week second trimester scan, the genitals (sex organs) of your baby are usually examined as … baby’s anatomy. If the position of your baby allows for the genitalia to be clearly seen, the sex (male or female) will …

Toxic shock syndrome

… symptoms after using tampons, a menstrual cup or after a surgery or skin injury, contact your health care provider … A burn, skin infection or injury, including a wound from surgery. Those who develop a SA wound infection after surgery may be at greater risk of TSS Recent respiratory …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… must be carried by blood to the infected site to work. Surgery, combined with antibiotics, is the usual treatment. … Other risk factors include: Skin wounds (burn, trauma, surgery) A weakened immune system due to disease or medical …

Burns and scalds in young children

… for painful burn treatment, which can require surgery Pressure garments and splints that have to be worn … scarred skin as the child grows, restricting movement. Surgery is usually required to restore normal function …