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Medical tests
… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview The oral … that isn't in the normal range may still be normal for you. High values High glucose levels may be caused by: Diabetes. Gestational …
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… to or from the genitals, anus, mouth, or throat during sexual activities. You can spread the virus even if you … The doctor may ask you questions about your symptoms and risk factors. Risk factors are things that make you more likely to get an …
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… updated February 15, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 08e Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document … transmitted during any of the 4 stages of infection. Your risk of having syphilis is greater if you already have … are pregnant, speak to your health care provider about your risk of getting STIs, including syphilis. They can help …
Medications
… and your specific health needs. Warning Smoking raises your risk of stroke, heart attack, blood clots, and high blood pressure from hormonal birth control (such as the … risk of ovarian cysts. This drug does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, hepatitis B, …
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… Over the next 2 weeks, write down some basic facts about a behaviour you might like to change. For example, some people … drink, or use a drug. Which days do you usually do this behaviour? On each of those days, how much do you use, eat, drink, or otherwise do this behaviour? Does this behaviour cost you money each day? Each …
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… may be as low as 36.3°C (97.4°F) in the morning or as high as 37.6°C (99.6°F) in the late afternoon. Your … are exposed to hot weather. Fever temperatures A fever is a high body temperature. A temperature of up to 38.9°C (102°F) … eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. Try Home Treatment You have …
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… common causes of PID are gonorrhea and chlamydia, which are sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It may also be … you may need to be treated in the hospital. Prevention Your risk of infertility increases each time you have PID, so … A positive home pregnancy test Fever of 38.3°C (101°F) or higher Pain or difficulty urinating Call your doctor soon if …
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… not clear that cutting back on tobacco reduces the health risks of using tobacco. If you smoke, reduced use has … not clear that cutting back on tobacco reduces the health risks of using tobacco. If you smoke, reduced use has …
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… temperature? Yes Temperature taken No Temperature taken How high is the fever? The answer may depend on how you took the … to worry about. But be sure to watch for other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) … eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. Try Home Treatment You have …
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… nothing to do with a person's intellectual ability. Some highly intelligent people have ADHD. The diagnosis of ADHD … person's focus and increases his or her ability to control behaviour. Medicine prescriptions for ADHD have greatly … nothing to do with a person's intellectual ability. Some highly intelligent people have ADHD. The diagnosis of ADHD …
