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… that carry Zika are most active during the day but can bite at night. You're more likely to get the virus if you … Islands. Most people infected with Zika don't have any symptoms. When symptoms are present, they include fever, rash, painful …
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… Rash, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related … tool asks the right questions for you. Do you have a tick bite? Yes Tick bite No Tick bite Have you been bitten or … to 40.4°C (104.7°F) Mild: 38.5°C (101.3°F) and lower Armpit (axillary) temperature High: 39.8°C (103.6°F) and higher …
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… These can spread easily but are not harmful. What are the symptoms? A molluscum infection begins as tiny painless … smooth, pinkish-white, raised areas that may have a small pit or crater in the centre of them. The bumps may become … Avoid shaving areas where the bumps are present. If these symptoms appear around the eyes, they may be treated to …
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… Swelling On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related … require repeated twisting or rapid joint movements. Insect bites or stings. Most insect bites or stings cause a small … you need is to call 9-1-1 for medical transport to the hospital. Self-Care Mild swelling will usually go away on its …
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… carried by mosquitoes. Mild cases cause a rash and flu-like symptoms. Some people, especially children, can get more … How is it spread? Dengue fever is spread through the bite of mosquitoes that carry the virus. The virus cannot … form of dengue fever, usually requires treatment in a hospital. You may need intravenous (IV) fluids to treat …
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… the arthritis in people who have psoriasis. What are the symptoms? Psoriatic arthritis causes swelling, stiffness, … with their fingernails and toenails. The nails may form pits, change colour, and separate from the nail bed. Symptoms may be mild or severe. Severe arthritis can affect …
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… Q fever, psittacosis, toxoplasmosis and worms. What are the symptoms? Possible symptoms include: Fever Diarrhea or … children put toys into their mouths. An animal's saliva or spit can also carry germs that can spread if an animal bites, licks or scratches you. When you milk cows, feed …
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… are screened to see if the virus is present. What are the symptoms? Most people who have West Nile have no symptoms. … do appear, they start 2 to 14 days after the mosquito bite. Mild symptoms may include: Fever. Headache. Feeling … If you have severe West Nile, you may need to stay in a hospital so you can get treatment to help your body fight the …
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… Blisters On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your … being exposed to cold or freezing temperatures. Some spider bites. A blister may form at the site of the bite. Pinching … you need is to call 9-1-1 for medical transport to the hospital. Seek Care Now Based on your answers, you may need …
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… Skin Changes On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms Overview Common skin changes Most skin changes are … ). Lyme disease , which causes reactions from a tick bite. Skin cancer , which may start as a new skin growth, a …