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… Common problems that develop from body piercing include: Infection of the site. Infection of the lips or tongue may … swelling (face, lips, tongue), itching, warmth, redness Respiratory (breathing) : coughing, wheezing, shortness of … swelling (face, lips, tongue), itching, warmth, redness Respiratory (breathing) : coughing, wheezing, shortness of …
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… What precautions you can take to prevent colds and other respiratory infections. A narrow nose and air passages make children … Down syndrome prone to minor blockages from mucus during respiratory infections. A stuffy nose forces your child to …
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… around the brain and spinal cord. It's usually caused by an infection. The infection occurs most often in children, … and death. What causes it? Viral meningitis is caused by viruses. Bacterial meningitis is caused by bacteria. … to get it. Having other infections. This includes upper respiratory infections, mumps, tuberculosis (TB), syphilis, …
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… The lining of the eye is usually clear. If irritation or infection occurs, the lining gets red and swollen. Pink eye … Most cases of pink eye are caused by: Infections caused by viruses or bacteria. Dry eyes from lack of tears or exposure … eye is often caused by an adenovirus, which is a common respiratory virus that can also cause a sore throat or upper …
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… illnesses. Taking precautions to prevent colds and other respiratory infections is important for a child with Down syndrome. A … Down syndrome prone to minor blockages from mucus during respiratory infections. A stuffy nose forces your child to …
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… What precautions you can take to prevent colds and other respiratory infections. A narrow nose and air passages make children … Down syndrome prone to minor blockages from mucus during respiratory infections. A stuffy nose forces your child to …
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… These problems can be related to menstrual cycles, sex, infection, and birth control methods. They also can be … include a yeast infection , trichomoniasis , human papillomavirus (HPV) , or herpes . Infection of the cervix ( … spread by the hands to the vagina of bacteria from an upper respiratory infection of the ears ( otitis media ) or throat …
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… 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08p Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document English Document … transmitted by skin-to-skin contact, such as herpes simplex virus, genital warts (human papillomavirus (HPV)) and syphilis (when sores are present). …
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… and safety. This topic explains how harmful bacteria and viruses, dangerous chemicals, and other health hazards can … such as H5N1 influenza (avian flu) , SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) , the West Nile virus , and monkeypox … such as H5N1 influenza (avian flu) , SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) , the West Nile virus , and monkeypox …
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… less often. Coughing fits can still happen with other respiratory infections. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask you … Handwashing Immunizations Immunizations and Pregnancy Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and Younger Respiratory