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… Basics What is syphilis? Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a type of bacteria. If it's not … get worse over time and cause serious health problems. The infection can be active at times and not active at other times. When the infection is active, you have symptoms. When it's not …
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… in an area at high risk of complications from mosquito-borne illnesses, 1 application per day of insect repellent … eyes. If you do get repellent in your eyes, flush well with water Do not use the repellent on open wounds, cuts, or if … minutes after the sunscreen Wash treated skin with soap and water when you return indoors or when protection is no …
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… a serious cut or wound and are at high risk for a tetanus infection it may be recommended that you get the vaccine. …
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… types of seafood. Eating the seafood may result in foodborne illness . The seafood may look, smell, and taste … To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of fluids. Choose water and other clear liquids until you feel better. You can … of food. This will help you to get enough nutrition. Preventing poisoning Always keep seafood refrigerated or on …
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… away from the uterus too soon ( placental abruption ). An infection in the mother or baby. A problem with the … away from the uterus too soon ( placental abruption ). An infection in the mother or baby. A problem with the …
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… spend their life cycle as parasites in the bodies of water snails and in the blood stream of aquatic mammals, ducks or other waterfowl. During their life cycle, schistosome larvae … the symptoms last? A rash may appear within 12 hours after infection. The reaction may last from 2 to 5 days and …
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… your baby. In fact, breastfeeding usually helps to clear up infection. Nursing won't harm your baby. Mastitis can be … discomfort. Treating mastitis right away helps keep the infection from getting worse and usually eases symptoms. … a pocket of pus (abscess) in the infected area. Thrush infection Thrush (yeast infection) can occur in your baby's …
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… who wear shoes that aren't roomy enough. Fungal nail infection , which occurs when fungi invade a fingernail or … nail is partly attached. Soak your finger or toe in cold water for 20 minutes after trimming the nail. Apply a thin … of 5 mL (1 tsp) of salt dissolved in 1 L (4 cups) warm water for 20 minutes, 2 or 3 times each day, for the next 3 …
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… pregnant. Delaying dental care can make a problem worse. Preventing nosebleeds These measures can help prevent … a time. Put a thin layer of petroleum jelly or a saline- or water-based nasal gel inside your nose. Put it on the … pregnant. Delaying dental care can make a problem worse. Preventing nosebleeds These measures can help prevent …
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… can cause a severe reaction. Rashes may occur with: Viral infections, such as herpes zoster . Fungal infections, such … or hay fever-like symptoms (runny, itchy nose and watery eyes, sneezing), trouble swallowing Gastrointestinal … appears, leave it alone as much as you can. Use soap and water sparingly. Leave the rash exposed to the air when you …
