Infectious Diseases
Introduction Group A Streptococcus (GAS) is a type of bacteria that can cause a wide range of infections, from mild illnesses such as strep throat to more serious and potentially life-threatening...
Introduction Sepsis, sometimes referred to as blood poisoning, is a life-threatening condition that arises when the body’s response to an infection causes widespread inflammation and organ...
Introduction Tularemia, also known as rabbit fever, is a rare but potentially serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. It primarily affects wild animals, especially...
Introduction Marburg virus disease is a rare but severe hemorrhagic fever caused by the Marburg virus, a close relative of the Ebola virus. The disease can cause outbreaks with high fatality rates and...
Introduction Nasal congestion (nästäppa) and runny nose (snuva) are common symptoms that often occur together, typically due to inflammation and increased mucus production in the nasal passages. These...
Introduction Malaria is a serious and sometimes life-threatening disease caused by parasites of the genus Plasmodium. It is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected female Anopheles...
Introduction Anthrax is a rare but serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. It primarily affects animals such as cattle, sheep, and goats, but humans can become infected...
Introduction Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is a serious but preventable disease caused by a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. The bacteria are commonly found in soil, dust, and...
Introduction Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare but life-threatening condition caused by toxins produced by certain types of bacteria, most commonly Staphylococcus aureus and, less frequently...
Introduction Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii. This parasite is found worldwide and can infect most warm-blooded animals, including humans. While toxoplasmosis is...
Introduction Typhoid fever is a serious bacterial infection caused by Salmonella enterica serotype Typhi. It is most common in areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean water...
Introduction Echinococcosis, sometimes referred to as hydatid disease or infection with the dwarf tapeworm, is a parasitic disease caused by tapeworms of the genus Echinococcus. The most common...
Introduction Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection that occurs in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. It is caused by the dengue virus, which is transmitted to humans through...
Introduction Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection that primarily affects the mucous membranes of the throat and nose. It is caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. Although rare in...
Introduction Yellow fever is a serious viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes, primarily in parts of Africa and South America. The disease gets its name from the jaundice (yellowing of the skin and...