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- Reactive arthritis
Reactive arthritis is a form of arthritis that occurs as a result of some bacterial infections.
- Typhoid and paratyphoid
Almost every Australian case of typhoid or paratyphoid fever is caught overseas.
- Infections – bacterial and viral
Many bacterial infections can be treated with antibiotics, but they are useless against viral infections.
- Molluscum contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum can be mistaken for genital warts or pimples, see your doctor for an accurate diagnosis. More on symptoms, rash, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and where to get help.
- Home tattooing
Home tattooing, or getting tattoos overseas, puts you at risk of serious complications that can be debilitating and life-long.
- White tailed spider
In most cases, the bite from a white tailed spider only causes a mild reaction, including itching and skin discolouration.
- Lupus and infections
The most common infections for people with lupus include those of the respiratory tract, skin and urinary system.
- Cold sores
Cold sores are blisters around the mouth and nose, caused by the herpes simplex virus.
- Nails - fingernail and toenail problems
Our fingernails grow about three times faster than our toenails.
- Spleen
Surgically removing a diseased or damaged spleen is possible without causing any serious harm to the person.