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21. Folliculitis
(Folliculitis)
... there's often a lot of ground to cover, it's a good idea to arrive well prepared. Here's some information to help you get ready for your appointment, and what to expect from your doctor. What you can ...
22. Thrombocytopenia
(Thrombocytopenia)
... information to help you get ready and what to expect from your doctor. What you can do Be aware of any pre-appointment restrictions. At the time you make the appointment, be sure to ask if there's ...
23. Tuberculosis
(Tuberculosis)
... People who have active tuberculosis must take several different types of medications together for many months to eradicate the infection and prevent development of antibiotic resistance. Although ...
24. Tapeworm infection
(Tapeworm infection)
... feces from a person or animal with tapeworm, you ingest microscopic tapeworm eggs. For example, a pig infected with tapeworm will pass tapeworm eggs in its feces, which gets into the soil. If this same ...
25. Ringworm (scalp)
(Ringworm (scalp) )
... other unusual appearance of the scalp. It's important to get an accurate diagnosis and prompt, appropriate treatment. Ringworm of the scalp is caused by one of several varieties of mold-like fungi ...
26. Ringworm (body)
(Ringworm (body) )
... in the middle. Ringworm gets its name from the characteristic ring that can appear, but it has nothing to do with an actual worm under your skin. Also called tinea corporis, ringworm of the body is closely ...
27. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
(Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV))
... Here's some information to help you get ready for your appointment, and what to expect from your doctor. What you can do Write down any symptoms you or your child is experiencing,including any that ...
28. Not to Visit a Prostitute in China
(Shanghai Health)
... or if you are the type of expat that likes to go in and out of the country often. 6.) It’s not unheard of for businessmen to get blackmailed with photos/video of past prostitute hook-ups anywhere, in ...
29. Rectovaginal fistula
(Rectovaginal fistula)
... is to remove the fistula tract and close the opening by sewing together healthy tissue around it. The repair may require using a tissue graft taken from an adjacent part of the body, or folding a flap ...
30. Cancer Facts for Lesbians and Bisexual Women
(Lesbian and Bisexual Women)
... women get less routine care than other women, including breast and cervical cancer screening.Some of the reasons for this include: • Low rates of health insurance: Many health insurance policies do ...
31. Lesbian and Bisexual Health Fact Sheet
(Lesbian and Bisexual Women)
... Hormones released during pregnancy and breastfeeding are thought to protect women against breast, endometrial, and ovarian cancers. Lesbians and bisexual women are less likely to get routine screenings, ...
32. Mental Health
(Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
... health. MSM who are unable to get social support from their friends and  families can find it by becoming involved in community, social, athletic,  religious, and other groups. Mental health ...
33. Viral Hepatitis
(Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
... that men who have sex with men (MSM) get vaccinated against viral hepatitis A and B. How is Hepatitis A spread? Hepatitis  A is usually spread from contact with feces (or stool) of an infected ...
34. Sexually Transmitted Diseases
(Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
... and other MSM should be tested each year for STDs (including HIV). Always see a doctor if you have any signs and symptoms of an STD. It is important to get tested so you can get the needed medications ...
35. Vulvar cancer
(Vulvar cancer)
... of questions to ask your doctor. Knowing ahead of time what you want to ask your doctor can help you make the most of your limited time together. List your most important questions first, in case ...
36. Ten Things Gay Men Should discuss with Their Healthcare Provider
(Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
... services targeted specifically at gay men may be more effective in the prevention, early detection, and treatment of these conditions. 7. STDs Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) occur in sexually active ...
37. Serosorting among Gay, Bisexual and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men
(Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
... active MSM  might benefit from more frequent testing (e.g., every 3 to 6 months). Regular testing allows people who have HIV to know their status, get life-saving treatment and care, and prevent HIV ...
38. HIV/AIDS
(Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
... initial infection, people may have no symptoms for years. How can I prevent HIV? Be smart about HIV. Here's what you can do: Get the facts—Arm yourself with basic information: How is HIV spread? ...
39. Sexual orientation and homosexuality
(Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
... opinion studies over the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s routinely showed that, among large segments of the public, lesbian, gay, and bisexual people were the target of strongly held negative attitudes. More recently, ...
40. Stigma and Discrimination
(Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
... high quality health care that is responsive to health issues of MSM Affect income, employment status, and the ability to get and keep health insurance Contribute to poor mental health and  unhealthy ...
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