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Yersiniosis

… you are infected. They include abdominal pain, fever and diarrhea. Bloody diarrhea can occur in children. In some cases abdominal pain is severe and yersiniosis can be misdiagnosed as appendicitis. If you have severe cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… virus causes a respiratory illness that tends to be more severe than these viruses, and is more likely to cause … vaccine. Fact: Symptoms of influenza can vary from mild to severe. Most people can get sick with influenza … viruses. Common reactions to the live vaccine include mild symptoms such as a runny nose, nasal congestion, cough, …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… While disease does not happen very often, and is usually mild, severe disease can occur. Infections that can be spread from … with bacteria and parasites, especially if they have diarrhea or were strays Pets that are imported may carry …

Clostridium difficile C difficile

… intestines. The most common symptom of C. diff infection is diarrhea. In fact, it is the most frequent cause of … Abdominal pain and tenderness In cases where a patient has severe diarrhea, it can lead to complications including … other treatments have not worked, or the symptoms are very severe. Image … Clostridium difficile C difficile …

Pertussis whooping cough

… the early stages of the infection when symptoms are not severe and if left untreated, it can spread up to 3 weeks … a common cold with symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, mild fever and a mild cough. Over the next 2 weeks, the cough gets worse, …

Roseola

… between 6 months and 2 years of age. The disease is usually mild. Many children get roseola and recover without feeling … Your child may have other symptoms such as a runny nose, diarrhea, vomiting, and swollen glands in the neck. However, …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… infection include: Frequent watery (often explosive) diarrhea Abdominal cramps and bloating Nausea Flatulence … How is cyclosporiasis treated? If you have prolonged or severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. … care provider may prescribe antibiotics if you have a severe case of cyclosporiasis or a weak immune system. For …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… 1 to 10 or higher. The health risk is also labeled “low”, “moderate”, “high” or “very high”. The AQHI also provides …

Facts about chickenpox

… by the varicella-zoster virus. Chickenpox is usually a mild illness in children. Infection in teenagers, adults and … What is the home treatment? In most cases, chickenpox is a mild illness. If you have chickenpox, you should rest but …

Dental care for your infant and toddler

… in your child’s mouth mix with the sugars to make a mild acid. This acid attacks the hard outer layer of teeth … Teething does not cause fevers. If your baby has a fever or diarrhea while teething, treat it as you would at any other … have any questions or concerns about your baby’s fever or diarrhea, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered nurse or …