Tag #InfectiousDisease

Tuberculosis (TB)

Introduction Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It most commonly affects the lungs but can also involve other parts of the body, such as the lymph nodes, bones, kidneys, and brain. TB is a significant…

Mycoplasma Infection

Introduction Mycoplasma infection is a respiratory illness most commonly caused by the bacterium Mycoplasma pneumoniae. This infection is often referred to as “walking pneumonia” because symptoms are usually milder than those of typical pneumonia, and many people are able to…

Amoebic Infection (Amoebiasis)

Introduction Amoebic infection, also known as amoebiasis, is an intestinal illness caused by the parasite Entamoeba histolytica. This infection is most common in areas with poor sanitation and is typically spread through contaminated food or water. While many people infected…

Dysentery – Shigella Infection

Introduction Dysentery is a type of intestinal infection that causes severe diarrhea with blood and mucus. One of the most common causes of dysentery worldwide is infection with the bacterium Shigella. Shigella dysentery, also known as shigellosis, is highly contagious…