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… wounds than dog bites. They have a high risk of bacterial infection because they can be hard to clean well. Exotic pet … The bites from some pets, such as iguanas, are at risk for infection. But they don't carry other serious risks. … cause crushing injuries. These animals have powerful jaws. Infection, tetanus , and rabies are possible risks. Wild …
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… heavy use of alcohol can cause cirrhosis. So can chronic viral hepatitis . Other causes include autoimmune diseases , … main ones include: Long-term, heavy use of alcohol. Chronic viral hepatitis . Autoimmune diseases . These include … daily. This helps avoid dental problems that could lead to infection (abscess). Be gentle when you floss so you don't …
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… problems. But ear pain at any age may be a symptom of: Infection of the middle ear ( acute otitis media ). Inflammation or infection of the ear canal ( otitis externa ). A buildup of … behind the eardrum ( otitis media with effusion ), without infection. Ear problems caused by an injury to the ear can …
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… is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection. It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your … medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as viral load, T-cell counts) should be done while you are … medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as viral load, T-cell counts) should be done while you are …
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… blood vessel problems (such as heart disease), or infections. Careful monitoring by your doctor may decrease … to treat chronic hepatitis B and chronic hepatitis C, viral infections of the liver. It works by decreasing the … to treat chronic hepatitis B and chronic hepatitis C, viral infections of the liver. It works by decreasing the …
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… a stuffy nose and make it hard to breathe through the nose. Infection can occur in the nose or in the sinuses after an … the object is in the nose, the more likely it is that an infection will develop. The first sign of infection is usually increased drainage from the nose. It's …
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… is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection. It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your … Lab and/or medical tests (such as liver/kidney function, viral load, T-cell counts, triglycerides/cholesterol, blood … Lab and/or medical tests (such as liver/kidney function, viral load, T-cell counts, triglycerides/cholesterol, blood …
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… This medication can lower the body's ability to fight an infection. Tell your doctor promptly if you develop any … Uses This drug is used with probenecid to treat a certain viral eye infection (retinitis due to cytomegalovirus-CMV) … Cidofovir belongs to a class of drugs known as antivirals. It works by stopping the growth of the virus. …
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… also need to take these extra precautions to avoid listeria infection. Wash fresh fruits and vegetables by rinsing them … and shelf-stable smoked seafood. Avoiding toxoplasmosis infection Toxoplasmosis during pregnancy can put your baby at risk for serious problems. Infection usually occurs from contact with infected cat …
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… affect the same area of the groin in competitive athletes. Infections may cause a lump, bumps, or swelling in the groin … in the groin may be enlarged and painful when there's an infection in the groin area. If the infection is minor, the swelling may last a few days and go …
