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Medical tests
… wound culture is a test to find germs (such as bacteria, a virus, or a fungus ) that can cause an infection. A sample … of germ may be identified with a microscope or chemical tests. Sometimes other tests are done to find the right … medium or culture medium) that helps bacteria, fungus, or viruses grow. Bacteria usually need about 1 to 2 days to …
Medications
… with this medication, your doctor will test you for hepatitis B. If needed, treatment for hepatitis B or other infections should be done before … provincial poison control center. Notes Lab and/or medical tests (such as complete blood count, liver function, …
Medications
… to lessen the risk of HIV infection after contact with the virus (for example, due to a needle stick). Ask your doctor … thoughts of suicide, psychosis) liver problems (such as hepatitis B or C, cirrhosis) drug/substance/alcohol abuse … This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including urine cannabinoid tests), possibly causing …
Health topics
… Tools Symptoms What Happens When to Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery Related … in the digestive tract. Or other kinds of bacteria and viruses may cause it. You are more likely to get it if other … in the digestive tract. Or other kinds of bacteria and viruses may cause it. You are more likely to get it if other …
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… caused by one of the two types of the herpes simplex virus (HSV): herpes simplex 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex 2 … a result, many people may not be aware that they have the virus. How is it spread? Herpes is passed from … Vaginal yeast infection (#08j) Chlamydia (#08l) HIV and HIV tests (#08m) Preventing sexually transmitted infections …
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… ( inflammation ) of the brain. It's usually caused by a virus. The normal blood flow to the brain changes, and this … about your past health and your symptoms and may order tests to confirm the diagnosis. These may include: Spinal … fluid for an increase in white blood cells and protein. The virus, bacteria, parasite, or fungus causing encephalitis …
Medications
… to lessen the risk of HIV infection after contact with the virus (for example, due to a needle stick). Ask your doctor … previous infection with certain diseases (such as hepatitis B infection, hepatitis C infection, tuberculosis) … not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as liver function, blood count, blood …
Health topics
… from how to find out your due date, to examinations and tests during each trimester, to labour and delivery, and … in Newborns Heartburn During Pregnancy HELLP Syndrome Hepatitis C in Pregnancy High Blood Pressure During … in Newborns Heartburn During Pregnancy HELLP Syndrome Hepatitis C in Pregnancy High Blood Pressure During …
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… What Increases Your Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Living With Asthma … type of respiratory illness, especially one caused by a virus, such as influenza. Exercising (exercise-induced … Care Medicine , 175(7): 661–666. Lemanske RF Jr (2003). Viruses and asthma: Inception, exacerbations, and possible …
Medications
… or stopping your medication. Your doctor will order blood tests to monitor for this. Keep all medical appointments. … is used in pregnant women to prevent passing the HIV virus to the unborn baby. This medication is also used in … especially of: kidney problems liver problems (such as hepatitis B or C, cirrhosis) alcohol use low red/white blood …
