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… and lack of flight may be a result of rabies or other infections such as White Nose Syndrome. Some bats with … 15 minutes. This greatly reduces the chance of any type of infection Seek medical care from your health care provider …
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… of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also occur after some … 5 people who get tetanus may die. 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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… many possible causes. They may include: An opportunistic infection . If you lose weight fast, it may be because you … returns. Medicines If you are not already taking antiretroviral medicines , your doctor may want you to start. You may … returns. Medicines If you are not already taking antiretroviral medicines , your doctor may want you to start. You may …
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… and clinics have policies to prevent the spread of infections. For example, doctors and nurses are trained to … only these patients. This helps limit the spread of the infection. Visitors may be limited. In some cases, no … off. The hospital or clinic follows guidelines to prevent infection. These include: Washing hands often. Disinfecting …
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… age and adults. Complications of measles can include: Ear infections Diarrhea Pneumonia Encephalitis (1 in every 1,000 … of being exposed to measles can protect against measles infections or make the illness less severe. For more …
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… protect your access and be alert for signs of clotting or infection. Call your doctor right away about any signs of … doctor or dialysis team right away if you have any signs of infection or a blood clot, swelling, or unusual skin colour. Be alert for signs of infection. These signs include: Increased pain. Swelling, …
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… mask or mouthpiece) and how to properly clean it to prevent infections. If you have any questions, consult your doctor, … the eyes. To prevent dry mouth, hoarseness, and oral yeast infections, gargle, rinse your mouth with water and spit out … the immune system, it may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious …
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… or diet. This medication may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious (rarely fatal) infection or make any infection you have worse. Tell your doctor right away if you …
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… or diet. This medication may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious (rarely fatal) infection or make any infection you have worse. Tell your doctor right away if you …
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… But without treatment, the appendix may burst and cause infection throughout the belly. This can be very serious. … Then bacteria can grow in the appendix and cause an infection. What are the symptoms? The main symptom of … also may have blood and urine tests to look for signs of infection. In some cases, you may need a CT scan or an …