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… known as “flesh-eating disease”. It is a very severe bacterial infection that spreads quickly through the tissue … Chronic diseases such as heart, lung or liver disease, complications from alcoholism or diabetes Recent close …
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… people with weakened immune systems can be more serious. Complications from chickenpox include pneumonia (lung infection), encephalitis (swelling of the brain), and bacterial infections of the skin from scratching. … as soon as possible to reduce the illness, and the risk for complications. Prevention methods may include antiviral …
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… , food infection, foodborne illness , and acute non-bacterial gastroenteritis. What causes them? Noroviruses … You treat gastroenteritis caused by noroviruses by managing complications until it passes. Dehydration caused by … You treat gastroenteritis caused by noroviruses by managing complications until it passes. Dehydration caused by …
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… The ALT test is done to: Identify liver disease, such as cirrhosis and hepatitis, caused by alcohol, drugs, or … by: Liver damage from conditions such as hepatitis or cirrhosis . Lead poisoning. Very strenuous exercise or … The ALT test is done to: Identify liver disease, such as cirrhosis and hepatitis, caused by alcohol, drugs, or …
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… to cause damage. The more serious type, NASH , may lead to cirrhosis and liver failure. What causes it? Experts don't … an option for people who have obesity. Cirrhosis Fitness: Getting and Staying Active High … to cause damage. The more serious type, NASH , may lead to cirrhosis and liver failure. What causes it? Experts don't …
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… On this page: What is Zika virus? Are there any risks of complications from Zika virus? Where is Zika virus found? … treatment or vaccine at this time. Are there any risks of complications from Zika virus? Yes. Some countries have …
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… to infections of the ear or lungs (pneumonia). More serious complications, occurring in 1 person in 1,000, include … damage. About 1 person in 3,000 with measles can die from complications. Mumps causes fever, headaches, and swelling … from chickenpox include pneumonia, encephalitis, and bacterial infections of the skin. Encephalitis can lead to …
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… iron from the blood. Limit the progression and possible complications of the disorder. Prevent organ damage, such as … more iron from food and raise your risk of liver damage (cirrhosis). Do not take extra vitamin C supplements (more … more iron from food and raise your risk of liver damage (cirrhosis). Do not take extra vitamin C supplements (more …
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… or smoke (chemical conjunctivitis). Allergies. Viral and bacterial pink eye are contagious. They spread very easily. … you feel more comfortable while the infection goes away. Bacterial pink eye An infection may occur when bacteria … eyelid. It may make the lid appear to droop (pseudoptosis). Bacterial pink eye may cause more drainage than viral pink …
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… that alternates with diarrhea What are the possible complications? Possible complications from constipation include: Hemorrhoids Cracks …
