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… that kill bacteria and can treat infections such as strep throat or sinus infections. They do not work against …
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… or behind the ears often swell when you have a cold or sore throat. More serious infections may cause the glands to get … of such infections include: Bacterial infections , such as: Strep throat. It's caused by streptococcus bacteria. A boil (abscess), similar to a large …
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… more serious illnesses, such as measles or scarlet fever (strep throat with rash). Generalized rashes are over the whole … Impetigo . This bacterial skin infection is caused by strep or staph bacteria. Heat rash (prickly heat) . This …
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… Try to match your activities to your energy levels. Throat changes Radiation to the neck or chest can irritate the lining of your throat and esophagus. It may be hard to swallow, and you may feel like you have a lump in your throat or a burning feeling in your throat or chest. You may …
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… while trimming your nails. Infection. Infections such as strep throat can cause one type of psoriasis (called guttate … while trimming your nails. Infection. Infections such as strep throat can cause one type of psoriasis (called guttate …
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… causes it? Cellulitis is caused by bacteria, most often strep or staph. You can get infected after any event that … causes it? Cellulitis is caused by bacteria, most often strep or staph. You can get infected after any event that …
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… by either Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria, group A Streptococcus (strep) bacteria or both. It is more common in children than …
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… it? Impetigo is caused by one of two kinds of bacteria—strep (streptococcus) or staph (staphylococcus). Often these … it? Impetigo is caused by one of two kinds of bacteria—strep (streptococcus) or staph (staphylococcus). Often these …
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… to prescribe, dispense and fit hearing aids. Ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor - An ENT doctor is a medical specialist in diseases of the ear, nose, throat and related concerns You can make an appointment with …
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… examination that lets your doctor look at the back of your throat, your voice box (larynx) , and vocal cords with a … office using a small hand mirror held at the back of the throat. Your doctor shines a light in your mouth and wears a … on his or her head to reflect light to the back of your throat. Some doctors now use headgear with a bright light. …
