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Impetigo

… infectious. It spreads easily from person-to-person through nasal discharge or skin-to-skin contact. For example, when …
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Facial X-Ray

… bones in the face . One type of facial X-ray (called a paranasal sinus X-ray series) looks at the air-filled cavities … metal or glass, may be present. Broken bones, such as the nasal bones or bones around the eye (orbital cavity), may be … bones in the face . One type of facial X-ray (called a paranasal sinus X-ray series) looks at the air-filled cavities …
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Female Genital Problems and Injuries

… from chemicals. Examples are those found in vaginal sprays, douches, or spermicides. Hormone changes related to … pills. Hormone therapy. Chemotherapy for cancer. Vaginal sprays, douches, and spermicides. Pain in adults and older … or underwear when you sleep. Don't douche or use powders, sprays, or perfumes in your vagina or on your vulva. These …
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Your health this spring

… when venturing into the wilderness. European Lymantria Moth Spraying (HealthLinkBC File #90a) Getting Rid of Rodents …
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Using drugs during pregnancy

… fluids) or aerosols (such as compressed gases from hairspray and spray paint cans) can increase the risk of miscarriage and a …
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Indoor Tanning Is It Safe

… tanning products. These are usually lotions, gels, and sprays that you put on the skin. These products colour the … tanning products. These are usually lotions, gels, and sprays that you put on the skin. These products colour the …
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Blocked Tear Ducts

… the most common cause. Infections. Abnormal growth of the nasal bone that puts pressure on a tear duct and closes it … the most common cause. Infections. Abnormal growth of the nasal bone that puts pressure on a tear duct and closes it …
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Bad or Changed Breath

… include: Problems with the nose, such as a sinus infection, nasal polyps, or an object in the nose. Diabetes. A symptom … include: Problems with the nose, such as a sinus infection, nasal polyps, or an object in the nose. Diabetes. A symptom …
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Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… Coughing Wheezing Shortness of breath Irritation of the nasal passage, throat and eyes Symptoms may be worse in cold …
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Middle East Respiratory Syndrome MERS

… cause of your symptoms. A blood sample, saliva sample, or nasal swab may be used to look for bacteria or viruses. How … cause of your symptoms. A blood sample, saliva sample, or nasal swab may be used to look for bacteria or viruses. How …