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… less effective at protecting against STIs transmitted by skin-to-skin contact, such as herpes simplex virus, genital warts (human …
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… But they may be used for any duration of time. Skin irritations may be a recurring problem if soiled or wet absorbent products have extended contact with the skin. Why It Is Done Absorbent products may be used if: Your …
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… it can be hard to put on and needs to be checked often. And skin can get irritated from contact with urine. What To Expect Catheterization may cause … tract infection . Damage to the urethra . Damage to the skin of the penis. Current as of: March 1, 2023 …
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… cause small, painful sores that look like blisters on the skin or the tissue lining ( mucous membranes ) of the … Prepare If you may have genital herpes , do not have sexual contact until your test results are back. There are … from the vagina, cervix, penis, urethra, eye, throat, or skin. Doctors usually collect a sample from small sores that …
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… care provider. What is shingles? Shingles is a painful skin rash with blisters. It is caused by the varicella … some people may experience pain, itching or tingling of the skin. Other early symptoms of shingles include fever, … someone with shingles. This is uncommon and requires direct contact with the fluid from the shingles blisters. For more …
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… apply the patch to a clean, dry, and hairless area of the skin on the front of the abdomen, thigh, hip, side of the … on. Do not apply the patch on oily, broken, or irritated skin. Do not use creams, lotions, ointments, oils, or … side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your …
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… Uses This medication is used to treat a variety of fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock … the growth of fungus. How To Use Use this medication on the skin only. Clean and thoroughly dry the area to be treated. … side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your …
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… your mouth or make your cold sore worse. Do not apply other skin products (including make-up, sunscreen, or lip balm) or … Side Effects Dry/cracked lips, burning, stinging, redness, skin color changes, or dry/flaky skin may occur. If any of … side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your …
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… anthrax. But people can get anthrax from handling animal skins or products made out of animal skins from parts of the world where anthrax is more common. … seem to spread from person to person. People who come in contact with someone who has anthrax don't need to be …
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… employees People who live in the same house or have sexual contact with a typhoid carrier How is the vaccine given? The … include stomach pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, fever, or skin rash. Possible reactions to the injection include …