Infections, diseases, ticks

Despite significant advances in diagnosis, syphilis remains a serious medical and social problem. Increasing numbers of cases in recent years are affecting younger and younger age groups, including children and adolescents.

Genital warts are small growths around in the genital or anal area. They are a common sexually transmitted disease, especially in the young population, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). If they multiply, they can be annoying and unpleasant.

Whooping cough starts subtly and lasts a long time. It affects children and adults alike. What are its symptoms, treatment and consequences, and prevention?

Salmonellosis affects the digestive tract. It is one of the most common diarrheal diseases of both children and adults.

A chlamydia infection is a widespread infection that affects women and men alike. It is caused by bacteria of the genus Chlamydia or Chlamydophila. They cause a wide range of infectious diseases of the genitals, eyes, and respiratory system.

The tick is one of the carriers of infectious diseases. Tick-borne encephalitis is one of them. Over the past 10 years, the number of cases has ranged from 50 to 108 per year.

Shingles is a viral disease characterised by unpleasant pain and skin rash. It has the same origin as smallpox, but, in most cases it occurs in adulthood and old age.

Ear pain occurs quite often. Its basis can be inflammation or draughts, but also the cervical spine. Actually, there are a number of other causes.

Septic arthritis is an infectious inflammation of the joint that is caused by a microorganism in the joint. When neglected and treatment is delayed, it can lead to permanent damage to the joint.

Endocarditis is a disease of the inner lining of the heart. It is an inflammatory disease that in most cases has an infectious origin. However, not always.

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.

Laryngitis, or the inflammation of the larynx, is one of the most common inflammatory diseases of the respiratory tract. It can have an infectious but also a non-infectious origin. In children, it has a more complicated and risky course due to anatomical conditions.

Herpes is an infectious disease caused by the herpes simplex virus. It is one of the most widespread viruses in the human population and affects up to 95% of people. It causes various diseases. Among harmless forms, oral herpes or cold sores is the most well-known.

Typhoid fever is an infectious fever. It is also referred to as intestinal fever because it affects the small intestine. The infection only attacks humans. It occurs mainly in areas with low hygiene standards, in poor countries and in areas with a high concentration of population.

Everyone of us has encountered bronchitis. Let's look at the causes and symptoms of the disease.

Arthrosis  is an inflammatory disease of the joints. It can be infectious or non-infectious. It has several forms and is divided into rheumatoid arthritis, septic arthritis, or DNA disease. Each type has different causes. However, their common feature is pain, swelling, limited function, and joint damage.

Infectious mononucleosis is a worldwide viral disease accompanied mainly by high fever, angina and enlarged lymph nodes. The virus is spread by interpersonal contact. The disease is mainly transmitted by saliva and is therefore also known as "kissing disease". What are the symptoms of infectious mononucleosis, available treatment options and prevention?

Sexually transmitted diseases include infectious diseases whose spread is closely linked to sexual intercourse and other sexual practices. They are transmitted by mucous secretions, blood, saliva or semen. One of the most common is gonorrhoea.

Yeast infection of the vagina is a very common problem in women, caused by yeasts of the genus Candida, or microscopic fungi, which is manifested by unpleasant itching, burning and discharge from the vagina.

Lyme disease is a multi-systemic infectious disease of bacterial origin.  Humans become infected with this disease after being bitten by an insect. This spot is typically reddened by a large rash. It can take place in a lighter form. Chronic disease is sometimes treated for many years.