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… Vietnamese What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs coughs, sneezes, sings or talks. TB … for TB bacteria is the best way to find out if you have TB disease. If you are taking medicine for TB, testing your …
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… it hard to swallow. What causes it? Gastroesophageal reflux disease , or GERD, is the most common cause of esophagitis. … who take steroid medicine. Radiation therapy . Certain diseases that make it hard to swallow, such as scleroderma . … caused by acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) , your doctor will likely recommend that you …
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… body fluid precautions are used to prevent transmission of diseases such as HIV or hepatitis . These precautions are … scraped skin. The use of gloves also decreases the risk of disease transmission if you are pricked with a needle. … Medicine W. David Colby IV MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… makes it hard for the body to fight off infection and some diseases. Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus) or … sore throat, and fatigue. Other infections, such as: Lyme disease . This is an infection that's spread by certain … such as phenytoin (Dilantin). Other medical conditions and diseases, such as lupus , myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic …
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… has an STI when during birth, the newborn may have the disease. If your test shows that you have an STI, your sex … FAQs What is an STI? Sexually transmitted infections are diseases spread by sexual contact. Some of the most common … baby. Chlamydia and gonorrhea can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID can lead to serious problems, including …
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… are not directed at you personally but are caused by the disease. Don't be afraid to discuss the disease. Often people with HIV need to talk. Don't be afraid … are not directed at you personally but are caused by the disease. Don't be afraid to discuss the disease. Often …
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… be life-threatening in older adults, people who have other diseases, and pregnant women. Bronchiolitis. This is an … in, and trouble breathing. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms may get worse. Inflammation of the … be life-threatening in older adults, people who have other diseases, and pregnant women. Bronchiolitis. This is an …
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… Dry eyes are common in those who wear contact lenses. Eye diseases, other diseases, and certain medicines can also cause dry eyes. … Dry eyes are common in those who wear contact lenses. Eye diseases, other diseases, and certain medicines can also …
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… in later life. Heart and blood vessel (cardiovascular) diseases. Eating foods high in fat, sugar, and salt as a … in adulthood. Type 2 diabetes. In children, this disease is linked to being overweight, being physically … in later life. Heart and blood vessel (cardiovascular) diseases. Eating foods high in fat, sugar, and salt as a …
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… needs. Warning If you have chest pain (angina) or heart disease (such as coronary artery disease, ischemic heart disease, high blood pressure), do not stop using this drug …
