Infections, diseases, ticks

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

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.

Mumps, inflammation of the parotid glands. Why do they occur, what are the symptoms and treatment? Is vaccination an effective protection?

Puerperal infections occur in the postpartum period, during the first six weeks. They threaten the life of the mother. They occur after live births, stillbirths, but also after spontaneous abortions and induced abortions.

Leprosy is a serious infectious disease. It mainly affects the peripheral nerves, limbs, skin and mucous membranes of the upper respiratory tract. How is leprosy transmitted, manifested and treated?

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. 

Scars form as part of the healing process after skin damage. Most people will get a scar of some kind during their lifetime. It can be the result of an accident, surgery or a poorly healing skin condition.

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?

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.

The summer months are ideal for an increased incidence of insects. They are annoying, constantly perching on everyone, bumping into faces, buzzing behind ears and some cyclists are literally fed up with them. Their bites or stings cause a rash at the site of the sting, redness, sometimes swelling or itching. The appearance of the bite depends on the type of insect with which the person has come into contact. In the case of hypersensitivity of some individuals, an allergic reaction or even anaphylaxis can occur. A special category is formed by so-called "carriers" of various diseases. These are mainly foreign insects, which become topical during the holiday and travel period.

Escherichia coli is a bacterium that is commonly found in the human gut.

Pediculosis is a contagious and infectious disease that most commonly occurs in school-age children. Lice attach to a person's skin, lay eggs (nits) and reproduce. The disease manifests itself by itching.

Helicobacter pylori is a bacterium with a worldwide distribution. How is it transmitted and what are the symptoms and treatment of this insidious infection? Why is it dangerous?

Vaginal discharge, or vaginal fluoride, is known to every woman. It appears in smaller amounts, with a typical white colour and no odour, on underwear every day.

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.

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.

Monkeypox is an infectious viral disease. The World Health Organization classifies it as a possible pandemic disease.

Almost everyone knows turmeric in the form of yellow-orange powder. It is known for its specific taste and beneficial effects on human health. What is turmeric and what does it contain? What are its health benefits?

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.

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.