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Yeast infection

...d most common kind of vagina l infection after bacterial vaginosis, which can have similar symptoms. Trichomoniasis , a sexually transmitted disease ( STD ), is the third most common type of vagina l infection . Full article >>> Yeast Infection s How to prevent yeast infection s ?...

Yeast Infections

...ychia is more common in a person who is prone to bacterial and yeast infections , such as an individual who has diabetes . Repeated bouts of paronychia are common. Next section Paronychia : Symptoms & Signs ... Full article >>> - Seek good prenatal care, including checkups for vaginal...

Yeast

...d most common kind of vagina l infection after bacterial vaginosis, which can have similar symptoms. Trichomoniasis , a sexually transmitted disease ( STD ), is the third most common type of vagina l infection . Full article >>> Yeast Infections How to prevent yeast infections ?...

Wrinkles

...alled botulinum toxin , type A. This is the same bacterial nerve toxin that causes botulism . Full article >>> EVIATAR, MD, CHELSEA EYE & COSMETIC SURGERY ASSOCIATES : BOTOX is probably the most commonly known agent for what we call movement -related wrinkles - wrinkles related ...

Whooping cough

...ds and flu . Bronchitis may also be caused by bacterial infections . It may occur with childhood illnesses such as measles and whooping cough . Full article >>> respiratory conditions, such as whooping cough neurological disorders, such as seizures , meningitis , or brain tumors ...

Vulvovaginitis

...n s of a woman).These conditions can be caused by bacterial , fungal, or parasitic infections . Full article...s ( yeast infections ). Bacterial infections ( bacterial vaginosis). Parasitic infections ( trichomoniasis ). Common symptoms of vagina l infection in...

Vulvitis

...n s of a woman).These conditions can be caused by bacterial , fungal, or parasitic infections . Full article >>> Estrogen pills or creams may relieve symptoms caused by vulvitis in older women. If your urine contains pus and a low number of bacteria (not enough to be considered a tru...

Vomiting

... and side effects. Metronidazole is used to fight bacterial infections . This article outlines how the drug works and its potential side effects. Full article >>> Although very effective, colchicine may cause nausea , vomiting , and/or diarrhea . For this reason, many people prefer to use ...

Viral pneumonia

...ral pneumonia s may make a child susceptible to bacterial pneumonia . mycoplasma pneumonia - presents so...2; Viral pneumonia , generally milder than the bacterial form, is the result of lower respiratory infection and has been the cause of more than 90% of ...

Virus

...c meningitis , is generally less serious than the bacterial type. Full article >>> Virus es, such as herpes , can also cause skin infection s. Specimen s for viral culture s are mixed with commercially-prepared animal cells in a test tube. Characteristic changes to the cells caused by t...

Viral Infections

...cle >>> Infectious : resulting from bacterial or viral infections . Noninfectious : due to ce...ds and flu . Bronchitis may also be caused by bacterial infections . It may occur with childhood illnesses such as measles and whooping cough . Full art...

Viral arthritis

... Viral arthritis Gonococcal arthritis Other bacterial infections (non-gonococcal bacterial arthritis ) Tertiary Lyme disease (the late stage) Tuberculous arthritis Fungal infection s...

Viral

... Viral meningitis , sometimes referred to as non bacterial or aseptic meningitis , is milder and more common than bacterial forms. Full article >>> Viral infections are one of the commonest causes of di...

Vertigo

... influenza ; endemic neuritis ; endemic non bacterial infant ile gastroenteritis ; endemic paralytic vertigo ; ... Full article >>> Other less common side effects include ankle swelling , headache , dizziness , vertigo (a sensation of spinning), tinnitus (ringing in the ears)...

Vector

...ted by insects that harbor parasitic, viral , or bacterial organ isms. Common disease s include yellow fever and malaria , but there are many others in every country in the world. Full article >>> VECTOR : A nonpathogenic bacterium or virus used to transport an antigen into the body...

Varnish

...h, facial cleaners, after-shaves, cologne and anti bacterial hand cleaners. Full article >>> The cause may be medicinal and street drugs, batteries, cosmetics, paints and varnish es, pesticides , cleaning supplies, cosmetics, workplace chemicals, various gases, etc. TREATMENT " ... Full...

Vaginitis

...n s of a woman).These conditions can be caused by bacterial , fungal, or parasitic infections . Full article...article >>> Over the past 100 years bacterial vaginosis has been referred to as Haemophilus vagina lis, nonspecific vaginitis , anaerobic va...

Vaginal yeast infection

...d most common kind of vagina l infection after bacterial vaginosis, which can have similar symptoms. Full article >>> Vaginal yeast infection s, also called " Candida vagina l infections ," typically are caused by the Candida albicans fungus . During a lifetime, 75% of all women are ...

Vaccine

... in your lungs . Full article >>> bacterial virulence gene expression and whether they also have any effect in epithelial cells. Further understanding of this regulatory system will lead to the identification of additional virulence factors and provide novel targets for vaccine and ... ...

Uterus

...results or cancer of the uterus or cervix a bacterial infection -such as actinomycosis -of the reproductive tract a ... Full article >>> endometriosis , which is growth of uterine tissue outside the uterus , such as in the vagina tipped or prolapse d (fallen) uterus infecti...

Urination

...ria ( pain on urination ) with sterile or low bacterial colon y count culture results. Many of these p... disease . Full article >>> In non- bacterial prostatitis , men have the symptoms of prostatitis , or inflammation of the prostate gland ,...

Urinary Tract Infections

...ns describe a health problem that results from a bacterial infection along the urinary tract . Who is aff...n Adults - Explains urinary tract infections (a bacterial infection of the kidney s, ureter s, bladder , or urethra ) and includes causes, symptoms and...

Urinary Tract Infection

... s describe a health problem that results from a bacterial infection along the urinary tract . Who is aff...ection ? A urinary tract infection ( UTI ) is a bacterial infection in the urinary tract . The urinary tract includes the kidney s, ureter s, bladder...

Urinary bladder

...of the urinary bladder . It is the most frequent bacterial infection in women. About 10-15% of them have recurrent bladder infections . Full article >>> A physical examination will be performed. A catheter may be placed in the urinary bladder to relieve an obstruction and to assist...

Urethritis

...ronic urethritis is usually caused either by a bacterial infection or structural problem (narrowing of t...dder to the outside of the body. cystitis - a bacterial infection in the bladder that often has moved up from the urethra . Full article >>&#...

Urethra

...ria ( pain on urination ) with sterile or low bacterial colon y count culture results. Many of these p...marily in young women and frequently results from bacterial invasion of the urethra from the adjacent rectum , most commonly with normally occurring intesti...

Urine culture

...t treated? Full article >>> In non- bacterial prostatitis , the urine collected after prostate massage may contain white blood cells. However, no bacteria will be seen, and a urine culture will be normal. Full article >>> Leptospire is a parasite which travels to the...

Ulcers

... >>> Ulcers can be the cause of a bacterial infection of a skin lesion or abrasion or it can be a sign of an internal bacterial infection . Full article >>> Ulcers can occur in the lower esophagus , stomach ...

Ulcerative colitis

...testinal fistula s, fissure s, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, colon cancer , polyp s, and toxic megacolon ; ... Full article >>> Risk factors for rectal cancer include heredity (family history), colorectal polyps , and long-standing ulcerative colitis . Most cancer s of the...

Typhus

... influenza ; endemic neuritis ; endemic non bacterial infant ile gastroenteritis ; endemic paralytic vertigo ; endemic stability; endemic syphilis ; endemic typhus ; ... Full article >>> In general, patients are more at risk from typhus , trench fever , rickettsia l infe...

Urinary tract

...ns describe a health problem that results from a bacterial infection along the urinary tract . Who is aff...uoroquinolone antibiotic for the treatment of bacterial infections , including urinary tract and respiratory infections . Indications, dosage/administr...

Ulcer

...#62;>> Ulcer s can be the cause of a bacterial infection of a skin lesion or abrasion or it can be a sign of an internal bacterial infection . Full article >>> Ulcer s can occur in the lower esophagus , stomac...

Typhoid

...ull article >>> typhoid fever A bacterial infection with Salmonella typhi transmitted b...nfections ; urinary tract infections ; chronic bacterial prostatitis ; skin and skin structure infections ; bone and joint infections ; infectious ...

Typhoid Fever

... Full article >>> typhoid fever A bacterial infection with Salmonella typhi transmitted b...nfections ; urinary tract infections ; chronic bacterial prostatitis ; skin and skin structure infections ; bone and joint infections ; infectious ...

Tussis

...ough ), a severe and potentially deadly childhood bacterial infection that affects the airway s. Full art...l article >>> - Per tussis . This bacterial infection spreads rapidly through the same airborne route as diphtheria . The chief symptom is v...

Turner syndrome

...n Adults - Explains urinary tract infections (a bacterial infection of the kidney s, ureter s, bladder , or urethra ) and includes causes, symptoms and treatment . Source:MedicineNet ... Full article >>> Nutropin (somatropin [rDNA] origin for injection ) Indicated for the treatment ...

Tuberculosis

...2;>> Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic bacterial infection that usually infects the lungs , alt...#62; Tuberculosis (TB) is a slowly developing bacterial infection that's caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis . In this article How does i...

Trench mouth

...h mouth Dr Rob Hicks Trench mouth is a painful bacterial infection and ulcer ation of the gums . It's a form of gingivitis that usually comes on suddenly and develops when an overabundance of normal mouth bacteria causes infection and ulcers . Full article >>> Acute Mountain Sic...

Trichomonas Infection

... professional can check for any signs of yeast , bacterial vaginosis, or trichomonas infection that could give similar symptoms. Full article >>>...

Trachoma

...ria ( pain on urination ) with sterile or low bacterial colon y count culture results. Many of these patients have early or low-grade E.coli, Staphylococcal saprophyticus, or Chlamydia trachoma tis ... Full article >>> Trichomonas vagina lis, Chlamydia trachoma tis, etc.) leads t...

Tracheitis

Tracheitis is a bacterial infection of the trachea ( wind pipe) capabl...ernative Names: Bacterial tracheitis ; Acute bacterial tracheitis Causes, incidence , and risk factors: ... Full article >>> Bacterial...

Toxoplasmosis

... Full article >>> appear, including bacterial infections of the blood and lungs , a severe form of pneumonia caused by Pneumocystis carinii , various cancer s such as lymphoma , severe herpes infections of the genital s or mouth, a fungal form of meningitis , toxoplasmosis ... ...

Toxin

..., secreted by bacteria and released outside the bacterial cell . Full article >>> Afla toxin has also been implicated as a factor in the etiology of primary liver cancer in parts of the world where this myco toxin occurs in high levels in ingested food . Full article >>...

Toxic Shock Syndrome

...Toxic shock syndrome is a rare, life-threatening bacterial infection that has been most often associated with the use of superabsorbent tampons and occasionally with the use of contraceptive sponges. Full article >>> Toxic shock syndrome , or TSS, describes a cluster of symptoms that invol...

Tooth abscess

...ction of infected material ( pus ) resulting from bacterial infection of the center (pulp) of a tooth . Full article >>> Tooth Abscess What is a tooth abscess ? A tooth abscess is a collection of pus around an infected tooth . There are 2 types of dental abscess : ... Full artic...

Tooth

...ction of infected material ( pus ) resulting from bacterial infection of the center (pulp) of a tooth . Full article >>> A tooth ache is usually the result of a cavity formed by the bacteria that cause tooth decay (known medically as dental caries ). Cleaning out and filling the ...

Toxic

...oxic shock syndrome is a rare, life-threatening bacterial infection that has been most often associated with the use of superabsorbent tampons and occasionally with the use of contraceptive sponges. Full article >>> NON TOXIC GOITER - An enlargement of the thyroid gland that is usuall...

Toxemia

...e state caused by the presence in the blood of bacterial toxins or other harmful substances. Full article >>> Toxemia : A condition in pregnancy , also known as pre-eclampsia (or preeclampsia ) characterized by abrupt hypertension (a sharp rise in blood pressure ), ... Full artic...

Tonsillitis

...te exacerbation of chronic bronchitis , acute bacterial sinusitis , pharyngitis and tonsillitis rela...62;> Often occurs secondary to a viral or bacterial (Streptococcus) infection . Common symptoms include pain and tenderness to the swollen lymph ...

Thyroiditis

... without the formation of pus . Noninfectious non bacterial thyroid inflammation (e.g. Hashimoto's thyroiditis ). [ Med Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask the Doctor Forums ] ... Full article >>> Hashimoto's thyroiditis is not curable, but is easily treatable with thyroid hormone rep...

Thoracentesis

... pleura l space). The chest is cleansed with anti bacterial soap. The area is anesthetized with local anesthetic . Full article >>> Lung tissue is obtained by inserting a needle into the chest between two ribs or by using bronchoscopy . Thoracentesis . Thoracentesis involves puncturing...

Thrombocytopenia

...us or newborn such as rubella , syphilis , and bacterial or viral infections . It can also develop when a mother's immune system produces antibodies against the baby's platelet s. Full article >>> Thrombocytopenia , heparin-induced: Low blood platelet count as a result of the medic...

Tetanus

...Tetanus Dr Trisha Macnair Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that usually results from a contaminated wound, and which may be fatal if not treated. Full article >>> D stands for diphtheria T stands for tetanus aP stands for acellular pertussis IPV stands for inactivated po...

Teeth

... sticky plaque, made up of food , bacteria and bacterial waste products. If plaque is left on the teeth the gums become irritated and may bleed when you brush. This early stage of gum disease is called gingivitis .2 ... Full article >>> Teeth - widely spaced Home Care: If the ap...

Syphilis

.... Full article >>> Syphilis is a bacterial infection usually transmitted by sexual contact...2;> Syphilis Dr Rob Hicks Syphilis is a bacterial infection that usually affects the genital s. If left untreated, it can affect other parts of ...

Systemic

... caused by various species of Mycobacterium. Myco bacterial infections are fairly common in aquarium fish, especially in Gouramis, Barbs, Tetras, and various livebearers. Full article >>> PORTAL- SYSTEMIC ENCEPHALOPATHY - Refers to a condition of mental status changes, ... Full article >...

Syndrome

...penia , eczema , melena , and susceptibility to bacterial infections . Full article >>> Urethra l Syndrome What is urethra l syndrome ? Urethra l syndrome is the presence of symptoms of a urinary tract infection even though very few or no bacteria are found in the urine . Full a...

Superinfection

...infection s, and can contribute to the widespread bacterial resistance to many antibiotics . Full article...2;> One of the most feared complications, a bacterial " superinfection ," occurs when the influenza virus attacks a lung and weakens its defenses, .....

Styes

...e >>> Styes are usually caused by bacterial staphylococcal infections . The symptoms are pa... vary but include: an infected hair follicle or bacterial infection . Source:MedicineNet Eye Pain - Source:MedicineNet ... Full article >>> ...

Stridor

...h that produces blood Fever (may indicate a bacterial infection requiring antibiotics ) Thick, foul...ell ing, yellowish-green phlegm (may indicate a bacterial infection ) ... Full article >>> There is also harsh stridor (a rasping sound hea...