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Vulvovaginitis Prevalence among Women in Gondar | IDR - Dove Medical Press

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Background A number of protective Lactobacillus species dominate the healthy vaginal microbiota in most reproductive-age women. However, any imbalance in the naturally occurring bacterial microbiota may result in infections and/or clinical symptoms such as vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), bacterial vaginitis (BV), Trichomonas vaginalis ( T. vaginalis ), cytolytic vaginosis (CV) or aerobic vaginitis (AV), abnormal leucorrhea, increased discharge, vulval itching and burning pain. 1–3 Vaginal discharge may originate from various causes; physiological, infective, inflammatory, neoplastic or iatrogenic. 2 The term "aerobic vaginitis (AV)" was coined in 2002 to meet the need to describe "bacterial vaginosis (BV)", another condition of vaginal dysbiosis. 4 According to Donders et al, aerobic vaginitis is a state of abnormal vaginal microbiota and disruption in Lactobacillus dominance accompanied by more extreme inflammatory changes than BV and the presence of mainl...

Stomach virus vs. flu: What is the difference? - Medical News Today

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Stomach flu is an infection of the stomach and intestines, whereas influenza (flu) is a respiratory infection of the throat, nose, and sometimes lungs. Stomach flu is typically due to a virus, but it can also be the result of bacteria. The condition is different from food poisoning and can cause abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Influenza infections cause flu symptoms that include a sore throat, runny nose, and body aches. Keep reading to learn more about the similarities and differences between stomach flu and influenza. Stomach flu is an infection in the intestines and stomach. Doctors refer to it as viral gastroenteritis . It can cause diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and nausea or vomiting. Although some people may refer to viral gastroenteritis as stomach flu, the viruses that cause influenza are different from those causing gastroenteritis. People may develop stomach flu symptoms rapidly, but they typically last less than a week . Influenza is a respiratory viral infection th...

A Man Had a Seizure After Developing a Tapeworm Infection in His Brain | Health.com - Health.com

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What’s Going Around: COVID-19, influenza, stomach bug - ABC27

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Can Dogs Get Salmonella And How Can It Be Treated? - Countryliving (UK)

Can dogs get salmonella? We asked Katie Kangas, DVM, owner of Integrative Veterinary Care and Veterinary Advisor to Sovereign Laboratories, all the questions you need answering on this topic. We look at symptoms of salmonella in dogs, causes and treatment. Can dogs get salmonella? "It's not uncommon for dogs to have salmonella bacteria present in their GI tracts. The most common species of salmonella that exists in dogs and cats is salmonella typhimurium," says Katie Kangas. "When we see dogs become ill from salmonella, is when the bacteria grows out of control generally due to underlying immune conditions and weaker GI tracts, which are becoming more prevalent due to the highly-processed, low-nutrient foods most dogs are fed. "If a dog does become ill from salmonella the clinical disease is called salmonellosis. Many dog's remain asymptomatic even with salmonella in their GI tracts but they can spread the bacteria to other pets or humans in the house throu...

When food poisoning causes a high fever - The Star Online

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College closed after suspected food poisoning - The Hindu

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The College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Pookode, under the Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University was closed on Saturday following suspected food poisoning among students. As many as 15 students and four cooks of the ladies hostel of the college showed symptoms of food poisoning on Friday morning and they were provided medical treatment, Koshy John, Dean of the college, told The Hindu. They were discharged later. The hospital authorities asked college to super-chlorinate the water resources to the college and hostels. Hence, the college would remain closed till October 31 but, the classes for postgraduate students would continue as usual, Dr. John said The health authorities had collected the water samples and the exact source of the poisoning could be ascertained only after the test results, he said. Adblock test (Why?)

When Should You Follow the BRAT Diet? - Health Essentials from Cleveland Clinic

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If you're battling the stomach flu or dealing with diarrhea, you might eat soft, bland foods that won't upset your digestive system. Advertising Policy Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy Typically known as the BRAT diet, this way of eating has been said to help ease symptoms like nausea, diarrhea and vomiting. But many of the foods included in the BRAT diet lack essential nutrients, so is it safe to use? And does it really make you feel better? Family medicine specialist Sarah Beers, MD, explains what the BRAT diet is, whether it's safe and when it's best to use it. What is the BRAT diet? BRAT stands for: Bananas. Rice. Applesauce. Toast. Consuming those foods for a day or two while feeling sick may help alleviate symptoms of the stoma...

Jardiance (Empagliflozin) Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages - Verywell Health

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What Is Jardiance? Jardiance (empagliflozin) is a newer treatment option for people aged 18 and over with type 2 diabetes. Jardiance can be used on its own as an alternative to another diabetes treatment called metformin or in combination with metformin or other diabetes drugs. It is an oral prescription medication that comes in tablet form. This medication belongs to a class of drugs called sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors. It inhibits the reabsorption of glucose (blood sugar) in the kidneys, increasing glucose excretion in urine. Jardiance delivers other benefits to people living with type 2 diabetes, including enhanced weight loss and improved heart function. It is not used to treat type 1 diabetes. Drug Facts Generic Name: Empagliflozin Brand Name(s): Jardiance Administration Route(s): Oral Drug Availability: Prescription Therapeutic Classification: Hypoglycemic Available Generically: No Controlled Substance: N/A Active I...