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Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
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… to be tested. Key points to remember Many health experts and provincial health organizations in Canada recommend HIV … Information (e.g. cross-references to other topics, definitions or medical illustrations) …
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… first prenatal visit for all pregnant women. During the third trimester and again at … the risk of transmitting gonorrhea and avoid complications of the infection. The PHAC … transmitted infections: Specific population—Pregnancy. Public Health Agency of Canada . …
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… genital skin-to-skin contact and vaginal, oral, and anal sex. If you're pregnant, you … means that you had sexual contact (including oral sex) with someone that you know or think … genital skin-to-skin contact and vaginal, oral, and anal sex. If you're pregnant, you …
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08o Sexually Transmitted Infections Series How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell you if you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) like gonorrhea, chlamydia, …
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… HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest … and baby. Should I get tested if I am planning a pregnancy? Knowing your HIV status is important information in planning a healthy pregnancy. Both you and …
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… the same time. For an accurate diagnosis, a health care provider should check all … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV). Talk to your health care provider about how to get … partner(s). This will enable them to make decisions about their health and getting …
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… yeast infections may include taking pills orally, using creams or ointments on genital … spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at … the vagina/internal genitals or anus during oral sex. It can also be called a latex …
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When you’re pregnant, it’s important to speak with your healthcare provider about sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Some STIs can be cured and others cannot. And some STIs can cause problems …
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Overview If you develop symptoms of a sexually transmitted infection (STI) , it is important to be evaluated by a health professional soon after your symptoms start. Symptoms of an STI include: A …
