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… C. gattii . Cryptococcus lives on trees and in the soil and releases spores in the air. Infection occurs when the spores … including those who: Are 50 years of age or older Take medications that suppress their immune system Have a … Yes. Treatment consists of 6 to 12 months of antifungal medications. In most cases the disease can be treated …
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… DEET or Icaridin in liquid and cream form, not aerosol Oral rehydration solution (ORS) and water-disinfectant … of malaria are much more serious in children. Malaria medications available for children are limited. Breastfed … been travelling or living. Do not give antibiotics or other medications to children to stop diarrhea unless advised by a …
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… organisms that cause urethritis spread through unprotected oral, vaginal or anal sex. What are the symptoms? Symptoms … from the body, so it is important that you do not have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your … prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against …
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… that cause cervicitis are spread through unprotected oral, vaginal or anal sex. What are the symptoms? Symptoms … from the body, so it is important that you do not have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your … prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against …
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