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… of the scalp or beard. To learn more about other fungal infections, see the topics: Athlete's Foot . Diaper Rash . Fungal Nail Infections . Ringworm of the Skin . What is ringworm of the scalp or beard? Ringworm is an infection on your skin, hair, or nails. It's caused by a …
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… cysts are sometimes caused by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . You can lower your risk of STIs by using … you have one. An abscess is diagnosed based on signs of infection, such as fever or swelling, and pain in the vulva … Hernias, and Other Lumps Under the Skin Vaginal Yeast Infections Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: …
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… A kidney stone passing through a ureter . A urinary tract infection . Hip problems, especially in children and older adults. Infections, which may cause lump, bumps, and swelling in the … nodes ) in the groin may become enlarged when there is infection in the surrounding part of the body or in the legs …
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… with a vagina. Douche. Have another sexually transmitted infection (STI). Don't use condoms. Bacterial vaginosis is … to practice safer sex to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs), whether or not you have bacterial … and during your period. Learn more Vaginal Yeast Infections What Happens Bacterial vaginosis often clears up …
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… of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also occur after some … and Haemophilus influenzae type b? Diphtheria is a serious infection of the nose and throat caused by diphtheria … die. Pertussis , also known as whooping cough, is a serious infection of the airways caused by pertussis bacteria. The …
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… blood cell . White blood cells protect the body against infection. CD4+ cells are also called T-lymphocytes, … body continues to produce new CD4+ cells to fight the HIV infection. If the infection is not treated with medicines, the body gradually …
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… your specific health needs. Warning If you have hepatitis B infection as well as HIV, your hepatitis symptoms may get … you stop. If you are taking this product to prevent HIV infection, you must first get tested to be sure you are … (every 3 months) to make sure that you do not have HIV infection. Using this product will not always prevent HIV …
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… Anthrax is a serious, sometimes deadly disease caused by infection with anthrax bacteria. These bacteria produce spores that can spread the infection. Most cases of anthrax occur in livestock, such as … by Bacillus anthracis bacteria. There are three types of infection: Cutaneous (skin) anthrax . This can occur when …
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… a rash on the skin of the foot. It's the most common skin infection caused by a fungus. Athlete's foot can cause … may depend on the type of athlete's foot you have. Toe web infection usually occurs between the fourth and fifth toes. … skin gets scaly, peels, and cracks. If you get a bacterial infection, the skin may break down even more. Moccasin-type …
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… A vaccine? The hepatitis A vaccine protects against infection from the hepatitis A virus. The vaccine is … The vaccine is also provided free to people at high risk of infection or severe illness, including those who: Have … sex with other males Have HIV, hepatitis B or hepatitis C infection, or chronic liver disease Had a stem cell …
