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… in older adults. Health problems that can cause it include: Infections. Examples are urinary tract infections , … as a brain abscess, encephalitis , meningitis , or sepsis. Sexually transmitted infections , such as syphilis (late-stage) and …
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… growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic … when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Other Uses This section contains uses of this …
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… sex. This raises the chance of pregnancy and infection with sexually transmitted infections , such as herpes, chlamydia, and HIV. Drinking …
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… Most adults and older children have several respiratory infections each year. Respiratory problems can be as minor … (sputum) from the lungs. Fever. It may be high with some infections such as pneumonia. Difficulty breathing . You may … breath. Respiratory problems may have many causes. Viral infections Viral infections are the most common cause of …
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… risk of ovarian cysts. This drug does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, hepatitis B, gonorrhea, … risk of ovarian cysts. This drug does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, hepatitis B, …
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… sex and/or sexual assault. This can lead to pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , including HIV . Increase the risk of …
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… Abscess Immune Disorders Addison's Disease Celiac Disease Infections Lyme Disease Misdiagnosis of Lyme Disease …
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… to treat shingles infection. The viruses that cause these infections live in the body quietly until an outbreak occurs. Acyclovir does not cure these infections, but can speed healing of the sores, decrease … to treat shingles infection. The viruses that cause these infections live in the body quietly until an outbreak …
