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… Head lice are commonly spread among children and adults who have close … prevent the spread of head lice is to encourage children to avoid head-to-head contact. … should not be sent home or kept home from school or daycare because of head lice. If one …
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… instructions that come with your medicine. A second treatment may be needed one to two … instructions that come with your medicine. A second treatment may be needed one to two …
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… antibacterial ointments, medicine for motion sickness, and antidiarrheal medicines. Your … Avoid stays in polluted cities or at high altitudes if you have asthma, chronic … can lead to sexually transmitted infections. Altitude Altitude sickness occurs when you …
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… a serious disease. Mosquito bites can spread infections such as West Nile virus (a virus … from biting flies are painful and may cause a skin infection. Types of insect repellents You … should keep most mosquitoes away from your skin. Concerns have been raised about safety, …
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… eastern and south-central areas of Canada. Western black-legged ticks . They spread the … eastern and south-central areas of Canada. Western black-legged ticks . They spread the …
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… You might also take medicines by mouth (oral medicines). Most treatments for acne take … to leave scars. So your doctor may give you oral antibiotics sooner to start the healing … Applying azelaic acid. Taking prescription oral antibiotics. Taking prescription oral …
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… examination and asking questions about your health. You may also be asked about your family health history. Sometimes a skin biopsy or … Tools Health Tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your …
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… This includes keeping your skin moist with creams and lotions. These are often used with … psoriasis are mild and can be treated with: Creams, ointments, and lotions to moisturize … They include: Medicines you put on your skin (topical). You may be able to control mild …
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… man-of-war stings, seabather's eruption, and coral scrapes. Stings Jellyfish and Portuguese … They cause injury and illness through the release of venom when their tentacles come in … They cause injury and illness through the release of venom when their tentacles come in …
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… as thrush. Your doctor may prescribe nystatin cream or ointment for your baby's diaper area. … as thrush. Your doctor may prescribe nystatin cream or ointment for your baby's diaper area. … either applied directly to the affected area (topical) or swallowed (oral). Mild thrush You …
