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Category: Infectious Diseases

  • HIV PrEP – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is HIV PrEP? HIV PrEP, or pre-exposure prophylaxis, is a medication taken by people who are HIV negative to significantly reduce their risk of acquiring HIV. When taken as prescribed, PrEP is one…

  • Hepatitis B — FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalised diagnosis, treatment, or advice regarding Hepatitis B or other liver conditions. Q1: What is Hepatitis B? A: Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver, caused by the Hepatitis…

  • Syphilis — FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalised diagnosis, treatment, or advice regarding sexually transmitted infections. Q1: What is syphilis? A: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. It progresses in stages —…

  • Gonorrhoea — FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalised diagnosis, treatment, or advice regarding sexually transmitted infections. Q1: What is gonorrhoea? A: Gonorrhoea is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can infect the…

  • Chlamydia — FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalised diagnosis, treatment, or advice regarding sexually transmitted infections. Q1: What is chlamydia? A: Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) worldwide. It is caused by the bacteria…

  • Q: I have been coughing for 1 week. I think I need antibiotics.

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    A: Most coughs lasting about a week are caused by viruses, such as a common cold or viral bronchitis, and antibiotics are usually not needed. Antibiotics only help for certain bacterial infections, and taking them unnecessarily can cause side effects or antibiotic resistance. See a doctor promptly if you have: Advice: Rest, drink plenty of…

  • Q: I have diarrhea for 1 week. I think I need antibiotics.

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    A: Most diarrhea, even when it lasts a week, is caused by viruses or food-related issues, and antibiotics usually aren’t needed. Antibiotics are only helpful for certain bacterial infections, and taking them unnecessarily can cause side effects or antibiotic resistance. Your doctor will look for warning signs that might require treatment, such as: Advice: Drink…

  • Croup – FAQs

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    This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is croup? Croup is a common childhood condition that causes swelling around the voice box (larynx), windpipe (trachea), and upper airway. It typically results in a barking cough, hoarse voice, and noisy breathing (stridor), especially at night.…

  • Preschool Wheeze – FAQs

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    This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is preschool wheeze? Preschool wheeze refers to episodes of wheezing (a whistling sound when breathing) in children under 5 years old. It is often triggered by viral infections, allergies, or irritants, and may be associated with cough,…

  • Pneumonia – FAQs

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    This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that causes inflammation in the air sacs (alveoli), which may fill with fluid or pus. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or, less commonly, fungi, and can…