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… provided in this HealthLinkBC File is about pinkeye from an infection. What are the symptoms? Pinkeye usually makes the whites of the eyes turn pink or red. It can cause teary, red, itchy eyes, and the eyelids may be swollen. Pus … tell you if your child can return to school or daycare, or should stay home. If your child has been prescribed …
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… through the skin or poke into the mouth. Bruises from a tear or rupture of small blood vessels under the skin. Broken … come to. But unless something else is wrong, these symptoms should pass pretty quickly and you should soon feel about as … pain 1 to 4: Mild pain Mild pain Are there any symptoms of infection ? Yes Symptoms of infection No Symptoms of …
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… Earwax On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … keeps the ears clean. It also protects the ear canal from infection. Normally, earwax is a self-draining liquid that … ranges in colour from light to dark brown or orange. In children, earwax is usually softer and lighter than the …
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… These problems can be related to menstrual cycles, sex, infection, and birth control methods. They also can be … in the vagina. A young child with unusual vaginal symptoms should be checked by the doctor to find the cause. Vaginitis … of bacteria from an upper respiratory infection of the ears ( otitis media ) or throat ( tonsillitis ). A young …
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… of these drains, causing drowning. Tie back long hair or wear a swim cap. Never put your head underwater in a … Babies who cannot sit without support and cannot wear a PFD should always be held by an adult. Older children (12-17 … open sore(s), bandages, colds, ear/nose discharge or ear infections end Never bring food or drinks in the pool. This …
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… by enteroviruses. It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children and adults may also get the … stay hydrated. Other complications such as meningitis (an infection of the lining that covers the brain) and … surfaces that many people touch regularly and shared toys should be cleaned with soap and water, and disinfected with …
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… of the body's natural defence system that helps fight infections ( immune system ). The immune system normally … when allergies cause other problems (such as nosebleeds, ear problems, wheezing, or coughing), or when home treatment … to arrive. Follow the directions on the label about how to give the shot. Sometimes people don't want to call 9-1-1 . …
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… Disease and Injury Prevention Learning Center Learn about disease and injury prevention … want to know about immunizations? Are you wondering if you should have a cholesterol test? We can help. Get the … Devices and Orthotics Autism and Vaccines Avoiding Infections in the Hospital Avoiding Mercury in Fish Baby's …
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… You may feel these symptoms in your teeth, jaw, tongue, ear, sinuses, eyes, salivary glands, blood vessels, or nerves. Common causes of facial problems include infection, conditions that affect the skin of the face, and … in the back, neck, jaw, or upper belly, or in one or both shoulders or arms. Light-headedness or sudden weakness. A …
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… get into or through your skin, they can cause a variety of infections, such as skin and wound infections. Sometimes, SA … special precautions are used to prevent the spread of MRSA. Should I get tested for MRSA? Healthy people do not need to … skin, or in wounds that do not heal for weeks or even years. People who carry MRSA can sometimes clear the bacteria …
