- 1. The Rise of ADHD: Is Technology to Blame?
- (ADD/ADHD)
- ... genes influence neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine that regulate attention. An NIMH study published in the Archives of General Psychiatry in 2007 found that kids with ADHD who carry a particular ...
- 2. Contraceptives (Birth Control)
- (Gynecology Services)
- Gynecology Services Shanghai - Contraceptives (Birth Control) There are several ways to protect oneself from unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, including HIV/AIDS. It is important ...
- 3. Infectious diseases
- (Infectious diseases)
- ... anti-rejection drugs for a transplanted organ, which suppress your immune system You have HIV or AIDS You have certain types of cancer or other disorders that affect your immune system In addition, ...
- 4. Group B strep disease
- (Group B strep disease)
- ... that impairs your immune system, such as diabetes, HIV infection, cancer or liver disease You're older than 65, particularly if you live in a nursing home Group B strep infection can lead to life-threatening ...
- 5. Gonorrhea
- (Gonorrhea)
- ... pain, swelling and stiffness are possible results. Increased risk of HIV/AIDS. Having gonorrhea makes you more susceptible to infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that leads ...
- 6. Gastritis
- (Gastritis)
- ... may be associated with other medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, Crohn's disease and parasitic infections. Left untreated, gastritis may lead to stomach ulcers and stomach bleeding. Some forms ...
- 7. Trichomoniasis
- (Trichomoniasis)
- ... birth canal Having trichomoniasis also appears to make it easier for women to become infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. Your family doctor, gynecologist or a medical practitioner at ...
- 8. Toxoplasmosis
- (Toxoplasmosis)
- ... or mononucleosis, such as: Body aches Swollen lymph nodes Headache Fever Fatigue Occasionally, a sore throat In people with weakened immune systems If you have HIV/AIDS, are receiving ...
- 9. Tuberculosis
- (Tuberculosis)
- ... into the air via coughs and sneezes. Tuberculosis was once rare in developed countries, but the number of TB cases began increasing in 1985. Part of the increase was caused by the emergence of HIV, the ...
- 10. Nipples Sucked Risk of HIV Infection
- (HIV Transmission)
- HIV can be transmitted from an HIV-infected mom to her infant via breastfeeding. This is due to many factors, including the quantity of breast milk and the underdeveloped immune system of babies. For adults ...
- 11. Not to Visit a Prostitute in China
- (Shanghai Health)
- ... prostitute establishment has a barbershop-like sign or neon lighting, then that’s the kind of place I’m talking about. 9.) Not to belabor the safety point, but the Chinese are really ignorant about HIV/AIDS. ...
- 12. Lesbian and Bisexual Health Fact Sheet
- (Lesbian and Bisexual Women)
- ... as HIV). When lesbians get these less common STIs, it may be because they also have had sex with men, especially when they were younger. It is also important to remember that some of ...
- 13. Viral Hepatitis
- (Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
- ... viral hepatitis, despite the availability of safe and effective vaccine. In addition, CDC has investigated several outbreaks of Hepatitis C among HIV positive gay men. In addition, ...
- 14. Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- (Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
- ... lead to the development of anal and oral cancer. Men who have sex with men are 17 times more likely to develop anal cancer than heterosexual men. Men who are HIV-positive are even more likely than those ...
- 15. Vulvar cancer
- (Vulvar cancer)
- ... increases the risk of vulvar cancer. Being infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).This sexually transmitted virus weakens the immune system, which may make you more susceptible to HPV infections, ...
- 16. Ten Things Gay Men Should discuss with Their Healthcare Provider
- (Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
- ... questions about you and offer appropriate testing. If your provider does not seem comfortable with you as a gay man, find another provider. 2. HIV/AIDS, Safe Sex Many men who have sex with men are at ...
- 17. Serosorting among Gay, Bisexual and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men
- (Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
- ... to reduce their HIV risk. This means they try to limit unprotected anal sex to partners with the same HIV status as their own. However, MSM who practice serosorting are at greater risk for ...
- 18. Gay and Bisexual Men's Health
- (Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
- ... causes of death are heart disease and cancer. However, among men who have sex with men (MSM), there are higher rates of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), tobacco and drug use, and depression ...
- 19. Chickenpox
- (Chickenpox)
- ... life. It's possible to get chickenpox more than once, but this isn't common. The vaccine isn't approved for: Pregnant women People with weakened immunity, such as those with HIV or people on immune-suppressing ...
- 20. Vaginal cancer
- (Vaginal cancer)
- ... that have been linked to an increased risk of vaginal cancer include: Multiple sexual partners Early age at first intercourse Smoking HIV infection Vaginal cancer may spread (metastasize) ...
