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… gets infected, it's called a Bartholin gland abscess. Bartholin gland cysts are often small … small. But a large cyst or an infected cyst (abscess) can cause symptoms. Symptoms of a … symptoms, you may not know you have one. An abscess is diagnosed based on signs of …
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… Throat Objects in the Ear Objects in the Nose Oral Breathing Devices for Sleep Apnea and Snoring Oral Breathing Devices for Snoring … Throat Objects in the Ear Objects in the Nose Oral Breathing Devices for Sleep Apnea and …
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… Dental Implants Dental Sealants Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Teeth and Gums … Dental Implants Dental Sealants Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Teeth and Gums …
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… 14c What is mumps? Mumps is a disease caused by … get mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles (about … number of doses of a mumps vaccine you should get immunized. Although getting the …
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… (heart) : paler than normal skin colour/blue colour, weak pulse, passing out, … (heart) : paler than normal skin colour/blue colour, weak pulse, passing out, …
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Check Your Symptoms Overview Most swollen glands or lumps under the skin aren't cause for concern. The glands ( lymph nodes ) on either side of the neck, under the jaw, or behind the ears often swell …
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Condition Basics What is mumps? Mumps is a contagious viral infection that can cause painful swelling of the salivary glands , especially the parotid glands (between the ear and the jaw). Some people …
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… Bulimia (say "boo-LEE-mee-uh") is a type of eating disorder . People with bulimia will eat … diet triggers them to binge eat. After binge eating, they feel out of control, ashamed, … you are secretive or lie about your eating habits. See yourself as fat and feel that you …
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… of an area of the body. Swelling can be caused by: A collection of body fluid. Growth of … can also be caused by the rise and fall of hormone levels within the body. Some women may … pills and hormone therapy used to treat menopause symptoms. Some blood pressure …
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14a The content from ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find information on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, and vaccine-preventable diseases and more. …