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… poisons and other toxins in the insect's venom enter your skin. It's normal to have some swelling, redness, pain, and … These are more likely to cause breathing problems than skin problems. You may be allergic to your pet's dead skin … Some people develop allergic reactions after repeated contact with latex, especially latex gloves. Allergies that …
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… wounds that carry ink into the different levels of the skin. At first, the tattoo may be swollen. There may be some … may prevent health problems or damage to your tattoo. Minor skin reactions ( contact dermatitis ) or serious allergic reactions to the …
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… through the release of venom when their tentacles come in contact with skin (stinging). Tentacles are long, slender, flexible … with a whip. The welts may last for 1 to 2 weeks, and itchy skin rashes may appear 1 to 4 weeks after the sting. Most …
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… can spread the infection to you if their hands have come in contact with the C. diff bacteria, and they have not … be moved to a room by yourself. You will also be put on contact precautions to try to prevent spreading the … washing hands frequently apply hand cream often to prevent skin breakdown. For more information on hand washing, see …
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… intestine) and cutting the barrier to size. Care for your skin and stoma and watch for skin irritation. You may also irrigate a colostomy, which … adhesives may be used to attach the pouch because a child's skin is more sensitive than an adult's skin. Your wound, …
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… infection. Your doctor may have used stitches, staples, skin glue, or tape strips to close the incision. You will … and not a cause for concern. Caring for stitches, staples, skin glue, or adhesive strips Stitches or staples normally … from the incision for the first few days after surgery. Contact your doctor if the discharge: Does not decrease …
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… caused by the mpox virus. It enters the body through broken skin (even if not visible) or the respiratory tract. It can … nose or mouth. Vaccination is still available to close contacts and those at the highest risk of infection. For … with mpox. Mpox spreads through close, personal, and often skin-to-skin contact, including: Direct contact with sores …
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… lice are most often spread through close person-to-person contact, sexual contact, and may also spread by sharing … the lice can cause a rash or small bluish spots on your skin. The spots may last for some time, even after all lice … after the first treatment, or if you have any signs of a skin infection. Skin infections can be caused by frequent …
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… on to others through food preparation or hand-to-mouth contact. Untreated water that has become contaminated by … as grapes or strawberries Eat fruits and vegetables if the skin is broken or bruised Eat watermelon as it may have been … speak with your health care provider. When should I contact a health care provider? Contact a health care …
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… cramps. Raised, red, itchy bumps called hives and red skin. These symptoms often occur with other symptoms of a … great numbers. Reaction to bee stings can range from minor skin swelling and redness to a serious allergic reaction. … in the skin, remove the stinger as soon as you can. After contact with a puss caterpillar , remove broken-off spines. …