Herpes: Treatment with Medication

Medicines can't cure herpes. But they can help you feel better and reduce the chances of passing herpes to others. Read on to learn about the types of herpes medicines.

Foodborne Illness (Food Poisoning)

Foodborne disease occurs when foods aren't cooked, handled, or stored correctly and become contaminated with harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, or toxins (poisons). Foodborne disease can cause severe vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps. Symptoms may not appear for 24 to 48 hours.

Ruptured Eardrum

An injury or infection can cause your eardrum to tear (rupture). This creates a hole (perforation) that may affect your hearing.

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is a bacterial infection that is transmitted sexually. Many women and some men who have gonorrhea don't have any signs or symptoms. Here's what you should know.

Syphilis

Syphilis is a very serious bacterial infection. Learn about symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

Dehydration

Prompt treatment for even mild dehydration is crucial. At greatest risk for dehydration are infants, children, and older adults. Know when to seek medical help.

Croup

Your toddler has a harsh cough that gets worse in the evening. Now they have woken up gasping for air. Chances are your child has croup. Read on to learn how to care for your child.

Corneal Injury

While a slight cut or scratch to your cornea is minor, some eye injuries can be very serious. Learn when you should go to the emergency room, and what treatment options to expect.

Bruises (Contusions)

A contusion (bruise) happens when a blow to your body doesn't break the skin but does break blood vessels beneath the skin. Blood leaking from the broken vessels causes redness and swelling.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas you can't see or smell. Breathing in even small amounts can make you sick. Large amounts can be fatal. Know the signs and symptoms.