Diseases: Classification, Types, and Subcategories
Understanding Tularemia (Rabbit Fever): Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Tularemia, also known as “Rabbit Fever”, is a highly infectious bacterial disease caused by Francisella tularensis. It is primarily transmitted...
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Understanding Leptospirosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection caused by Leptospira species. It is primarily transmitted through contaminated water, soil, or food that...
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Understanding Anthrax: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Anthrax is a serious bacterial infection caused by Bacillus anthracis. This bacteria forms spores that can survive in the environment...
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Understanding Ehrlichiosis & Anaplasmosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis are tick-borne bacterial infections caused by Ehrlichia species and Anaplasma phagocytophilum, respectively. These infections are transmitted through...
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Understanding Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) is a serious tick-borne bacterial infection caused by Rickettsia rickettsii. It is transmitted to humans...
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Understanding Plague (Bubonic, Septicemic, Pneumonic): Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Plague is a severe bacterial infection caused by Yersinia pestis and is primarily transmitted by fleas that feed on infected...
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Understanding Lyme Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Lyme disease is a tick-borne bacterial infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi. It is transmitted to humans through the bite of...
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Understanding Q Fever: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Q Fever is a zoonotic bacterial infection caused by Coxiella burnetii. It primarily spreads from animals to humans through inhalation...
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Understanding Brucellosis (“Undulant Fever”): Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Brucellosis, also known as “Undulant Fever”, is a bacterial infection caused by Brucella species. It is a zoonotic disease, meaning...
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Understanding Endocarditis (Heart Infection): Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Endocarditis is a serious infection of the heart’s inner lining (endocardium) and valves, primarily caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus...
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Understanding Septicemia (Blood Poisoning): Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Septicemia, commonly known as blood poisoning, is a serious bloodstream infection caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae,...
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Understanding Botulism (Neurotoxic Paralysis): Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Botulism is a rare but serious neurological condition caused by Clostridium botulinum. The bacteria produce a powerful botulinum toxin, which...
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Understanding Tetanus: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is a serious bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani. The bacteria produce a powerful neurotoxin...
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Understanding Haemophilus Influenzae Meningitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Haemophilus influenzae meningitis is a serious bacterial infection of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It...
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Understanding Pneumococcal Meningitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Pneumococcal meningitis is a serious bacterial infection of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It is...
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Understanding Bacterial Meningitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Bacterial meningitis is a serious infection of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It is most...
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Understanding Bacterial Vaginosis (BV): Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection caused by an imbalance of bacteria, with Gardnerella vaginalis being the most...
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Understanding Chancroid: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Chancroid is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Haemophilus ducreyi. It leads to the development of painful genital ulcers...
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Understanding Syphilis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Treponema pallidum. It progresses through distinct stages and can lead to...
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Understanding Gonorrhea: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It primarily affects the genital tract, rectum, and throat...
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