Infectious and parasitic diseases

Tuberculosis is one of the most feared infectious diseases. It mainly affects the lungs. How does it manifest itself? What are its causes? What is the contagiousness of tuberculosis and how is it transmitted?

Tuberculosis is an infectious disease. Even today it is a common cause of death, especially in the developing world. But it is also common in developed countries.

Bacterial urinary tract infections are among the most common infections in childhood. What are their causes and manifestations?

In the Middle Ages, it was thought to be demonic possession or a disease caused by cosmic phenomena. What is rabies, how is it spread, manifested and treated?

Influenza is a highly infectious disease that mainly affects the respiratory system. It is caused by a virus, which can spread through the air. It is mild, but sometimes it gets really complicated. In the most severe cases, it can even cause death.

Leptospirosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria that affects both humans and animals. The disease is transmitted from infected animal to human through urine. It is widespread throughout the world, especially in rural areas.

There's been a lot of talk about viruses lately. You know the Zika virus?