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Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… there is no obvious skin wound or injury. What are the symptoms of the disease? Most often there is sudden onset of … an infected person. The infected person may or may not have symptoms. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, the … the best approach is to get medical attention as soon as symptoms occur. Remember, an important clue to this disease …

Facts about chickenpox

… of the illness for the next 2 to 3 weeks. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of chickenpox may include fever, aches, tiredness, … and cause a painful rash with blisters called shingles. Symptoms of shingles include headache, fever, nausea and …

Living well with hepatitis C virus

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the symptoms of hepatitis C virus (HCV)? Most people who have HCV feel well, will have no symptoms and may not know they have HCV. They may not know … to the virus. Some people may have a brief illness with symptoms appearing around 6 weeks after they have been …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… File is about pinkeye from an infection. What are the symptoms? Pinkeye usually makes the whites of the eyes turn … more serious infection. Visit your health care provider if symptoms of pinkeye get worse. Your health care provider … Throw away all eye make-up that was used when the symptoms first started. Once the infection has gone, make …

Young children and their vision

… 4 years of age. By recognizing vision concerns and their symptoms early on, you will know when your child needs to … of any concerns, between age 6 to 12 months. What signs and symptoms should I watch for? Your child should see your … provider or eye doctor if you notice any of these signs or symptoms: Red, itchy, watery eyes discharge Squinting or …

Waterborne infections in British Columbia

… or directly from other people or animals. What are the symptoms of waterborne infections? Many people who get infected with a waterborne infection will have no symptoms at all, and probably will not know they have been … as possible if: You are very sick and unable to manage Your symptoms do not go away within a few days You have a …

Elementary school age children and their vision

… in the weak eye What are some vision concerns and their symptoms? Your child should see your family health care … provider or eye doctor if you notice any of these signs or symptoms: Blurred vision Headaches Red, itchy or watery eyes …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… care team may need to see the person in care if they: Spit out food or pieces of food Cough, choke or excessively … Force chewing or swallowing, or swallow many times with one bite of food Have teary eyes or a runny nose during or after … foods. Examples include pureed, minced, and moist or soft, bite-sized foods, and thickened fluids. The food texture, …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… can also spread diseases. For more information on tick bites, visit HealthLinkBC File #01 Tick bites and disease . Is it easy to find rodents? Rats and …

Tetanus and diphtheria Td vaccine

… If you have a serious cut or wound, including punctures, bites, burns or scrapes, it is recommended that you see your … by ambulance to the nearest emergency department. If symptoms develop after you leave the clinic, call 9-1-1 or …