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West Nile fever
An illness caused by a virus that mosquitoes spread.
Uterine contraction
Tightening of the uterus that occurs on and off and for a short time during pregnancy and becomes more regular and stronger during labor.
Urinary tract infection
An infection in any part of the urinary system, the kidneys, bladder or urethra.
Toxic shock syndrome
A rare, life-threatening illness caused by infection with bacteria.
Tetanus
A bacterial infection of the nervous system that can be prevented by a vaccine.
Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Bleeding in the space between the brain and the tissue covering the brain.
Spotted fever
A group of diseases caused by germs called bacteria that are spread through tick bites.
Serotonin syndrome
Potentially dangerous symptoms that can occur when antidepressants are taken with other medicines that also raise serotonin levels.
Septic shock
A widespread infection causing organ failure and dangerously low blood pressure.
Sepsis
A serious condition in which the body does not respond properly to an infection, causing the organs to work poorly.