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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 cases of viral hepatitis are caused by hepatitis A, …
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… Topic Overview Viral load is a measurement of how much HIV is present in your blood. A sample of blood is drawn and sent to a lab for testing. Results are expressed as the number …
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… Overview A COVID-19 viral test can help keep you and others safe by letting you know if you … on your COVID-19 vaccines, there are times when you may need to get a test. If you have … people who are not vaccinated or are at high risk. If your test is positive, talk to your …
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… be passed from a mother to her baby during pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding. HIV … transmitted infection (STI). Don't have more than one sex partner at a time. The … unprotected sex (do not use condoms). Have multiple sex partners. Are a man who has sex …
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… by practicing good health habits. Wash your hands often, and teach your child to do the … eyes, or mouth without first washing your hands. The virus can survive for more than 6 … such as doorknobs, and for 30 minutes on hands, clothing, or tissue. Close contact. If …
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… Feeling tired. You may also have: Headaches. Muscle pain. Diarrhea. Vomiting and a stomach … Feeling tired. You may also have: Headaches. Muscle pain. Diarrhea. Vomiting and a stomach …
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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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… your child may be dehydrated. Has other health problems, such as cleft palate or … eustachian tubes , which are more easily blocked than those of older children and … Information (e.g. cross-references to other topics, definitions or medical illustrations) …
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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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… been exposed to hepatitis B virus? See your health care provider as soon as possible. If … How can I tell if I have HBV infection? Your health care provider can order blood tests to … acute HBV infection. Less than 5 percent of healthy adults will develop chronic HBV …
