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… no symptoms and may not know they have the disease. How common is hepatitis B virus infection? There are very few … Examples include straws, pipes, spoons, cookers and needles During pregnancy to a baby before or during delivery HBV is not spread by: Kissing, hugging or …
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… Mouth sores may make eating and talking painful. The most common mouth sores are cold sores and canker sores . In … usually between the upper lip and nose. Impetigo is more common in children than adults. Hand-foot-and-mouth disease … last a week. Herpangina (Coxsackie virus). The virus most commonly occurs in the summer and autumn. It starts with a …
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… to make it easier to turn lights on if you have to get up during the night. Install sturdy handrails on stairways. … If you live in an area that gets snow and ice in the winter, sprinkle salt on slippery steps and sidewalks. Or … to make it easier to turn lights on if you have to get up during the night. Install sturdy handrails on stairways. …
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… or other problems may slow you down. Ear Problems and Injuries, Age 12 and Older Ear Problems and Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Self-Care Some home treatment … may need to check with your doctor. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Most burns are minor injuries that occur at home or work. It's common to get a minor burn from hot water, a curling iron, … is a concern with all burns. Watch for signs of infection during the healing process. Home treatment for a minor burn …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview It's not uncommon for a speck of dirt or a small object, such as an … is to call 9-1-1 for medical transport to the hospital. Eye Injuries Burns to the Eye Self-Care These tips can help you … these items could cause eye damage. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… have the flu. COVID-19 and the flu have these symptoms in common: Fever or chills Cough Shortness of breath Fatigue … Muscle and body aches Headache Vomiting and diarrhea (more common in children than adults) COVID-19 has another symptom … days after infection. The importance getting of a flu shot during COVID It's important to get your yearly influenza …
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… with sunburn include: Heatstroke or other heat-related illnesses from too much sun exposure. Allergic reactions to … light Do you have more than a mild fever ? A mild fever is common with sunburn. Home treatment usually is all that's … draining from the blister. A fever. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… Carbon monoxide can come from any source that burns fuel. Common sources are cars, fireplaces, powerboats, wood … Fuel-burning heating systems and appliances are used during cold weather, when doors and windows are closed. … can be caused by influenza (flu) or other problems. In the winter months, doctors may suspect carbon monoxide poisoning …
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… is normal for you. Menstrual periods often aren't regular during the first few years after your period starts. It may … 12 months since you had a period. Pregnancy is the most common cause of a missed period. If you might be pregnant, … Excessive weight loss or gain. Low body weight is a common cause of missed or irregular periods. Obesity also …
