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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 … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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… Tigrinya Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a … Canada. The rotavirus vaccine is provided free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care …
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… 1 to 2 days after the procedure. Carefully follow all of your doctor's instructions after you've had an abortion. If … get instructions, follow this general advice. Do not rinse your vagina with fluids (douche). This could increase your risk of infections that can lead to pelvic inflammatory …
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… any symptoms or you may notice a change in the fluid from your vagina, such as some watery discharge. The fluid may … must be examined by a health care provider. Lab tests of your vaginal fluid may be done. Your health care provider … STIs will tell you if you have an infection. Finding and treating an STI, (including HIV) reduces the chances of …
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… at the place where it is inserted or where it lies under your skin. Collapsed lung (pneumothorax). The risk of a … home? You can take the following steps at home to care for your CVAD. Always wash your hands before you touch your central line. Try to keep …
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… you may be ready for gentle strengthening exercises for your stomach, back, and legs, and perhaps for some … more comfortable position is usually more successful in treating your back pain. footnote 1 For example, if you are … more comfortable position is usually more successful in treating your back pain. footnote 1 For example, if you are …
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… The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … protect you from getting it again. If you are treated and your sex partners are not, the bacteria could pass back to … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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… radon. But the construction features and exact location of your house may be just as likely to affect your risk. Even houses right next to each other can have … don't smoke. Radon exposure doesn't cause symptoms. Unless your home or office is tested for high radon levels, you may …
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… You may have emotional reactions that are different from your normal ones. For example, you may have fits of crying or laughing that are out of your control. Also, a stroke can leave you with upsetting body changes that take away some of your independence. For example, some people may feel: Sad or …
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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 … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …