Infections, diseases, ticks

What is AIDS/HIV infection: transmission and symptoms?

What is AIDS/HIV infection: transmission and symptoms?

HIV is abbreviated as the human immunodeficiency virus. The infection attacks cells in a person's lymphatic system. Its worst stage is AIDS - acquired immune deficiency syndrome. How is the disease manifested, transmitted and what treatment options are available?
Angina, tonsillitis: what causes and symptoms does it have?

Angina, tonsillitis: what causes and symptoms does it have?

Angina is an infectious disease characterized by inflammation of the tonsils, mostly the palatine tonsils. The inflammation is accompanied by swelling of their structures and pain in the throat. Angina occurs mainly in children. It is one of the most common causes of visits to the doctor. What are its symptoms? How can we distinguish it from other upper respiratory tract diseases?
Gonorrhea: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

Gonorrhea: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

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.
Inflammation of the uterus: Causes and Impact on Fertility

Inflammation of the uterus: Causes and Impact on Fertility

Endometritis, i.e. inflammation of the uterus, is a bacterial infectious disease that most often affects women of working age between 20 and 30 years of age, often after childbirth or miscarriage, but can also affect older women. 
Meningitis - Inflammation of the meninges

Meningitis - Inflammation of the meninges

Meningitis, i.e. inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, is a neuroinfection. It affects the brain, the meninges, the spinal cord and peripheral nerves. The severity of the disease varies from asymptomatic to life-threatening.
Mastitis, or Mammary Gland Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

Mastitis, or Mammary Gland Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

Inflammation of the breast is manifested by a painful and uncomfortable sensation in the breast. It most commonly affects breastfeeding women, but can also occur in non-breastfeeding women and men of any age. It is often caused by an infection that develops in the breast tissue.
What is diphtheria? Causes, symptoms and vaccination

What is diphtheria? Causes, symptoms and vaccination

Diphtheria is an acute infectious disease primarily affecting the upper respiratory tract. It is a worldwide disease, but its incidence has been significantly reduced by vaccination. Why does diphtheria occur and how does it manifest itself? What is the current situation worldwide?
Urethral pain: Causes of burning and Itching

Urethral pain: Causes of burning and Itching

This symptom most often accompanies inflammation of the urinary tract. In addition to common inflammations, it also occurs in a group of sexually transmitted diseases. Pain in the urethra is also present in cases of urinary stones and cancer.
Painful urination: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

Painful urination: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

It is a symptom of inflammation. In women, inflammation is more common, mainly because of the shorter urethra and its location. Dehydration or concentrated urine can also be a cause. Sometimes a sexually transmitted disease is behind this pain. In any case, if it persists, an examination is advisable.
What does an elevated body temperature signal? The most common causes

What does an elevated body temperature signal? The most common causes

Body temperature can indicate chronic fatigue syndrome, but also common colds or flu. Any viral or bacterial respiratory disease. It is also present in inflammation in various parts of the body. It indicates infectious diseases, but also many other problems. The temperature can also increase with hormonal changes during pregnancy.