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… Condition Basics What is viral hepatitis? Viral hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver caused by an infection with a virus. What causes it? Most …
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… Topic Overview Viral load is a measurement of how much HIV is … by making copies of itself (replicating). The viral load test gives a more accurate picture … HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Infection Credits Current as of: March 27, …
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… Overview A COVID-19 viral test can help keep you and others safe … for more instructions. Related Information Viral Test for COVID-19 Credits Current as of: … develop our content . … Overview A COVID-19 viral test can help keep you and others safe …
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… fighting off disease. Both the virus and the infection it causes are called HIV. White … is a combination of medicines called antiretroviral therapy, or ART. Antiretroviral medicines slow the rate at which the …
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… Overview What is respiratory syncytial virus infection? Respiratory syncytial virus … may be done to evaluate symptoms. A viral detection test may be done to confirm a … of developing complications. The results of viral detection tests help determine whether …
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… Basics What is an Ebola or Marburg virus infection? Ebola and Marburg virus diseases … /en/public-health/services/infectious-diseases/viral-haemo… ). How are the viruses spread? … /en/public-health/services/infectious-diseases/viral-haemo… ). Wash your hands often. Do not …
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… Overview A bacterial infection may develop following infection with viral influenza . Signs of a bacterial … may develop following infection with viral influenza . Signs of a bacterial …
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… you can talk to your doctor about them. Ear Infection: Should I Give My Child Antibiotics? … facts Your options Wait and see if the ear infection clears up on its own. Give your … for children 6 months and older. Most ear infections clear up on their own. Antibiotics …
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… I Get Tested for a Sexually Transmitted Infection? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … other test to screen for sexually transmitted infections. Don't have the test. This choice … for certain STIs if you have a high risk for infection. For example, you're at high risk if …
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… 25e What is hepatitis B virus infection? Hepatitis B is a disease of the … the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. Antiviral medications may be recommended for you … the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. Antiviral medications may be recommended for you …
