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… the potential complications? When the infection that is causing cervicitis is not treated, it can spread to the uterus … be treated with antibiotic pills. It is important to follow your treatment instructions carefully. If you were given … have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or …
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… the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. You may see lice and their eggs … of the eyelashes. The bites may also become infected, causing irritation and painful swelling. Bites from the lice …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about … Injected medicine . This involves injecting medicine, using a tiny needle , into the side of the penis. The …
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… Get started It's best to increase your activity in all three types of fitness: flexibility, … Rake leaves or shovel snow. Dance. Play actively with your children. Vigorous aerobic activities you can do from home: … jog or run. Ride a bike faster than 10 miles per hour. Try using an aerobic dance DVD or online video. Jump rope. Use …
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… sperm count. If you are pregnant and have trichomoniasis, your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low … have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need treatment. It takes time … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external (“male”) and …
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… there are symptoms of unexplained or repeated infections in children. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted … have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external (“male”) and …
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… women, the infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and the … treatment. Gonorrhea can be passed to a baby's eyes during childbirth. This may lead to blindness if the baby is not … 6 months after treatment. If you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, you should have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after …
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… lesions. Cervical cancer that is caused by HPV is detected using a Pap test, which is a routine part of a female sexual … as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV). Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health status If you have recently changed …
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… The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … you may pass the infection to you baby's eyes during childbirth. This may lead to blindness if the baby is not … 6 months after treatment. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after completing …
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… infected. While molluscum contagiosum is most common among children under 10 years of age, the infection can affect … do not work. If you have symptoms or questions, contact your health care provider, or call 8-1-1 to speak with a … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, male and female condoms …
