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Posts tagged with ‘antibiotics’
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Antibiotics: When They Can and Can't Help
Antibiotics are medicines prescribed by your doctor to treat infections. Overuse can lead to antibiotic resistance.
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Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
Bacterial vaginosis is a mild infection in the vagina caused by an overgrowth of bacteria. Researchers do not completely understand…
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Cat and Dog Bites
Cat and dog bites are common injuries. A family pet or a stray animal could bite you. But you can…
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Chronic Pelvic Pain
Chronic pelvic pain can be caused by multiple medical conditions, many of which can be treated or managed with proper…
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Henoch-Schönlein Purpura
Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP) is a rare disease that irritates and inflames the blood vessels in your skin.
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Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by a tick bite.
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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, is a bacterial infection of the skin that can cause bumps, swelling and pain and…
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Rapid Strep Test
Strep throat is an infection caused by the Group A streptococcus bacteria. The infection occurs in the throat and…
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Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic fever is a rare disease. It usually doesn’t happen in the United States. It’s tied to the bacteria that…
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What do I need in my first aid kit?
A well-prepared first aid kit is an important tool in treating minor injuries that commonly occur at home and when…
