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Can my chest infection pass on to my child?

I am currently 5 months pregnant and I have acquired a severe chest infection. The doctors have immediately put me on antibiotics but I am extremely worried if the infection will...
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What is the way to treat antibiotic-resistant bacteria?

I have a minor wound in my leg that seems to be slightly infected. The doctor sent the pus for a culture and the report says it is an antibiotic-resistant bacteria. What does...
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Can anyone get athlete's foot?

I think I am suffering from athlete's foot (there is a painful split in the skin where my toe meets my foot, and itching, but I didn't suffer any injury) but I have no idea where...
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Is malaria an infectious disease?

My husband is exhibiting symptoms of malaria. I have a small child aged 2 years at home. Are there chances that my son could get infected from the disease too, if my husband...
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Can a dogs lick cause any form of infection?

I have a pet dog and my son is 7 years old. The dog keeps licking him and I am worried if this can cause any kind of skin infection for my son.
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Are there any natural remedies to treat a poison ivy reaction?

My daughter has a rash from being exposed to poison ivy since it's in our backyard. We try to keep her away from it, but she keeps going back there and getting the same rash....
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Why is augmentin 625 not working for my throat infection?

I have been down with a severe throat infection for the past week. So far, I have completed my dose of augmentin 625 which was prescribed to me for 5 days. It doesn't seem to...
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Is influenza an infectious disease?

My son has been detected with pneumonia due to influenza. He has acquired this infection in spite of receiving all of his vaccines. Is influenza an air borne disease?
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Is Cepodem 100 a very strong antibiotic for a 3 year old?

My daughter is suffering from a fever and the recent blood test reports have indicated a slight infection which the doctor says is nothing serious. She has been recommended Cepodem...
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I have a positive blood type and my husband has a negative blood type. What are the chances of our child being born with thalassemia?

I am a 32 year old woman and I am thinking of planning a family now with my husband. However, my blood group is A+ve while my husband’s blood group is O-ve. What are the chances...
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What are the various annual shots that should given to kids?

I am a mother of a toddler who is going to turn 3 years old in January. She has completed all her vaccines to date. However, I am told it is important to take annual flu shots...
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Could coughing up blood be serious?

I have been suffering from congestion for the last month. 3 days back I saw traces of blood along with the phlegm. I also suffer from frequent nose bleeds, especially when the...
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How would doctors diagnose TB?

My father is 60 years old and he has been coughing persistently. Is there a possibility it could be tuberculosis? I know this is found via a blood sample, but is that definitive?...
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Can the dengue virus remain in my blood stream?

I recently suffered from the dengue virus and I am now in the recovery phase. I am worried that the virus remain in my blood stream, causing a relapse later. Is a relapse possible?...
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What causes sinus infections in some people?

I have been suffering from sinus infections for the past two years as they are recurrent. What could be the cause of sinus infections in some people, especially since I get them...
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Can I have reduced taste sensation during a sinus infection?

My taste sensation seems to have reduced and I am suffering from a severe sinus infection. I thought a sinus infection only causes nasal congestion. Is losing your sense of taste...
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Can HPV get transferred by kissing someone who is infected?

About 3 weeks ago I kissed someone who later I realised has been infected with HPV. For the last three days I have been having fever with nausea and headache. Could I be infected?...
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How can I prevent mosquito borne infections for my 3 month old baby?

My baby is 3 months old and I am extremely worried about the various infections in the air that are spreading due to mosquito bites. What can I do to prevent my child from catching...
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Can fungal infection in the swimming pool spread from one person to another?

I am a 25 year old man and I have recently observed a fungal infection in my thighs. I am a swimmer. Could it be possible that I may have encountered this infection in the pool?...
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Can the infection causing a pneumonia show in a blood test?

My son is 4 years old and has been detected with pneumonia. The doctors are still trying to find the right bacteria causing the pneumonia infection to start off with the antibiotics....
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