Tuberculosis (TB) disease (also known as phthisis, or white plague) is an infectious disease usually caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) bacteria that mainly affects the lungs and respiratory system, but can also affect other parts of the body such as… Read More »Tuberculosis: Causes, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, BCG vaccine and treatment
Norovirus, also known as Norwalk virus or the winter vomiting bug, is an extremely contagious virus that causes an acute gastroenteritis (vomiting and diarrhea) that can last from one to three days. Although norovirus can cause serious illness in people… Read More »Norovirus: Symptoms, causes, transmission, prevention and treatments
Henipavirus is one of the most lethal viruses in the world, killing up to 100% of the people who become infected with it. Henipavirus can be transmitted through either human-to-human contact or via an animal vector, but it is most… Read More »Henipavirus: Symptoms, causes, transmission, outbreak, and treatment
What is herpes simplex virus (HSV)? Herpes simplex virus, or HSV, is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It’s typically contracted through the exchange of bodily fluids and causes genital sores and blisters as well as cold… Read More »Herpes simplex virus (HSV): What is it and how can you protect yourself?
Powassan virus, also known as POWV, belongs to the family of tick-borne encephalitis viruses (TBEV). It’s a disease that can have serious consequences, including death if left untreated. If you are interested in what the Powassan virus is and how… Read More »Powassan virus (POWV): Causes, symptoms, prevention and treatments
What is Marburg virus? Marburg virus (MBV), or Marburg hemorrhagic fever, infects people through contact with the blood or bodily fluids of infected animals (including humans) and is caused by the Marburg virus, one of the four types of filoviruses.… Read More »What is Marburg virus? Symptoms, prevention, treatment, and outbreak
What is systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)? Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that causes your immune system to attack healthy tissues in your body, especially your joints, skin, kidneys, heart, and lungs. The cause of systemic lupus erythematosus… Read More »Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE): Causes, symptoms, and treatments
Sore throat, also known as pharyngitis, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It can be caused by different factors and has various symptoms, making it difficult to diagnose. There are also several home remedies and… Read More »Sore throat: Causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment
Tomato fever, also known as tomato flu, is a condition that results from an infection with the yeast-like fungus Monilia sitophila. It causes blisters or rashes on the skin, most commonly near the groin and genitals, but it can also… Read More »Tomato fever: Causes, symptoms, prevention and treatments
Few people have heard of Angelman syndrome (AS), but those who have typically know someone affected by it. Angelman syndrome is an inherited neurological disorder that affects the entire body’s development, making it difficult to walk, talk and think clearly.… Read More »Angelman syndrome: Causes, symptoms and treatments
