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… recently changed sexual partners, or have multiple sex partners, getting regularly … recently changed sexual partners, or have multiple sex partners, getting regularly …
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Condition Basic What are pubic lice? Pubic lice are tiny insects that usually live in your pubic area. Sometimes they're also found on facial hair, eyelashes, eyebrows, armpits, and chest hair. …
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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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… For example, lice can spread at school or daycare, on a playground, during sports, or at … and not all itching means you have lice. A health professional can check for lice and … Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: …
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Condition Basics What are body lice? Body lice are tiny insects that can make a temporary home in the seams of your clothing or bedding (sheets, pillows, and blankets). They're most often spread by …
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… Learning Center Learn about skin, hair, and nails Almost everyone knows … to pay attention to the health of your skin, hair, and nails so you can prevent … . Scalp Problems . Health Topics Medical Tests Make a Wise Decision Take Action …
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… Jock itch (ringworm of the skin of the groin) Scabies caused by tiny mites that burrow into … Jock itch (ringworm of the skin of the groin) Scabies caused by tiny mites that burrow into …
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… Overview Learn about topics such as sexual health, menstruation, … Menopause and your risk for other health concerns Menopause: Should I use …
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… Overview A rash in your vaginal area ( vulva ) may be caused by … on humans and survive by feeding on blood. Yeast infection (cutaneous candidiasis), which … Credits Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. …