Yaws is a chronic, infectious disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum subspecies pertenue. It primarily affects the skin, bones, and joints, leading to significant disfigurement if left untreated. Yaws is closely related to...
Buruli ulcer is a chronic, debilitating skin disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium ulcerans. The infection leads to the development of large, destructive ulcers on the skin, often beginning as painless nodules or swellings...
Madura foot, also known as mycetoma, is a chronic, progressive infection that primarily affects the skin, soft tissues, and bones, typically of the foot. It is characterized by swelling, nodules, and the discharge of...
Mycetoma is a chronic, progressive infection of the skin, subcutaneous tissues, and sometimes bones, caused by either fungi (eumycetoma) or bacteria (actinomycetoma). The condition is typically characterized by swelling, the formation of nodules, abscesses,...
Cryptococcosis is a serious fungal infection caused by the Cryptococcus species, primarily Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii. These fungi are found in the environment, especially in soil contaminated with bird droppings or decaying wood....
Coccidioidomycosis, commonly referred to as Valley fever, is a fungal infection caused by Coccidioides species, specifically Coccidioides immitis and Coccidioides posadasii. These fungi are found in soil, primarily in arid and semiarid regions of...
Blastomycosis is a fungal infection caused by Blastomyces dermatitidis, a fungus commonly found in moist soil and decaying organic matter, such as wood and leaves. It is an endemic disease primarily in parts of...
Trichinosis, also known as trichinellosis, is a parasitic infection caused by roundworms of the genus Trichinella. These worms are primarily acquired by consuming raw or undercooked meat, especially pork, that contains Trichinella larvae. Once...
Toxocariasis is a parasitic infection caused by the larvae of Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati, which are intestinal roundworms found in dogs and cats, respectively. The disease occurs when humans accidentally ingest the eggs...
Strongyloidiasis is a parasitic infection caused by the nematode (roundworm) Strongyloides stercoralis. It is a soil-transmitted helminth that infects humans, primarily through direct contact with contaminated soil. Unlike most parasitic infections, Strongyloidiasis can persist...
Schistosomiasis, also known as bilharzia, is a parasitic disease caused by infection with flatworms (flukes) of the genus Schistosoma. It is one of the most significant neglected tropical diseases, affecting millions of people, particularly...
Hookworm infection is a parasitic disease caused by two primary species of hookworms that infect humans: Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus. These parasitic worms live in the small intestine, where they attach to the...
Listeriosis is a serious infection caused by consuming food contaminated with the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. Though relatively rare, Listeriosis is a significant public health concern because it can lead to severe illness, especially in...
Tularemia is a rare but potentially serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. Also known as rabbit fever or deer fly fever, Tularemia primarily affects small mammals such as rabbits, rodents, and...
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) is a rare, degenerative, and fatal neurological disorder that affects the brain, leading to severe cognitive decline, movement problems, and ultimately death. CJD is one of several diseases classified as prion...
Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral disease that has attracted attention due to its rapid spread across different parts of the world, causing significant outbreaks and leading to severe symptoms that can linger for months....
H1N1 influenza, commonly known as swine flu, is a highly contagious respiratory disease caused by the H1N1 strain of the influenza A virus. It was first identified in humans during the 2009 pandemic, leading...
Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is a highly contagious viral infection that primarily affects birds but can also infect humans and other animals under certain conditions. Caused by influenza A viruses, avian...
Rabies is a viral disease that primarily affects the central nervous system (CNS), causing severe brain inflammation and nearly always resulting in death if not treated in time. Transmitted most commonly through the bite...
Rotavirus is a highly contagious virus that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines, leading to gastroenteritis, a condition marked by severe diarrhea and vomiting. It is the most common cause of severe diarrhea...
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common and highly contagious virus that primarily affects the respiratory tract. Although most people who contract RSV experience mild, cold-like symptoms, the virus can lead to severe respiratory...
Thrush, also known as candidiasis, is a fungal infection caused by the overgrowth of Candida species, most commonly Candida albicans. This yeast naturally resides in small amounts on the skin, in the mouth, throat,...
Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS), commonly referred to as Scalded Skin Syndrome, is a rare but serious skin condition caused by toxins produced by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. This condition primarily affects infants and...
Athlete’s foot, medically known as tinea pedis, is a common fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet. It typically occurs between the toes but can spread to the soles of the feet,...
Ringworm, despite its misleading name, is not caused by a worm. It is a common fungal infection affecting the skin, hair, and nails. Known scientifically as tinea, this infection can occur in various parts...
A lice infestation, medically known as pediculosis, occurs when small, parasitic insects known as lice infest the human body. Lice feed on blood and can cause intense itching and discomfort. There are three primary...
Scabies is a highly contagious skin condition caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. These microscopic mites burrow into the skin, triggering intense itching and a rash. Scabies is a global health concern...
Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by the Toxoplasma gondii parasite, one of the most common parasitic organisms in the world. This microscopic parasite can infect almost all warm-blooded animals, including humans, but cats are...
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that infects people of all ages. While it generally causes mild or asymptomatic infections in healthy individuals, it can lead to severe health complications in newborns and immunocompromised...
The Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is a common viral infection that affects millions of people worldwide. HSV belongs to the Herpesviridae family and is classified into two main types: HSV-1 and HSV-2. Both types...