Urinary tract infection

Babesiosis Babesiosis is an infectious disease caused by a parasite that is carried by ixodid ticks, such as wood ticks and deer ticks. This disease can range from mild to severe. The highest number of reported cases occur in the Northeastern United States. CAUSES This condition is caused by the Babesia parasite. A person can get the parasite if they are bitten by an infected tick. The tick must usually stay attached to the skin for more than 24 hours to transmit the parasite. A person can…

It isn’t common for cats to get ear infections, but when they do they can be serious. Otodectes cynotis is the most common type of ear infection and is commonly seen in nearly 90% of cats. The small size of the mites makes them impossible to see with the human eye. When left untreated, ear mites can cause internal and external damage to the ear canal. Vets prefer to rule out the possibility of ear infections, by testing for ear mites. Ear mites are small eight-legged creatures that live inside…

Chickenpox is an illness caused by the Varicella zoster virus. Chickenpox is now less common owing to widespread vaccination, but it was once and almost universal childhood experience. First symptom of chickenpox in early childhood is usually an itchy rash that appear on the head and spread throughout your body. The rash becomes raised, and blister is form. Blister can be formed on mucous membrane such as inside the mouth, nose, throat, and vagina. The blisters crust over and will disappear…

Should vampire bats be killed or protected and research? Vampire bats could lead to many technological and biological breakthroughs, but they can spread rabies and attack humans and cattle. These creatures should be studied, not put to death. This is because they help us through many technological and biological discoveries as mention in Los Angeles Times’ article “ Vampire bat debate: To kill or not to kill” on paragraph 15,” Bats have developed a radar system that can distinguish the tiniest…

MICROBIAL HUMAN DISEASE(TUBERCULOSIS) The causative agent of tuberculosis is Mycobacterium Tuberculosis. It was discovered in 1882 by Robert Koch.It is the highly contagious aerobic pathogen which mean they requires oxygen to grow and it is non-motile.It is an intracellular pathogen which means that infects the macrophages of the bodies immune system.And the reason this bacteria is very effective is because of the waxy coat of Mycolic Acid that onvolves the bacteria.Thia makes staining very…

Background Strongyloides stercoralis is a soil-transmitted helminth that penetrates the skin as a method of infection. This parasitic worm gains nutrients and shelter from its host, while causing malnourishment or harm to the diseased. The infective filariform penetrates the skin from infected soil and migrates to the lungs through the blood stream. In order to mature the filariform larvae are coughed up and swallowed to develop into adults in the intestines. The diagnostic stage is the…

immune system to an infection and respond to the vaccination. The two types of antibodies are IgM and IgG. IgM is in the blood after exposure to IgM and makes it increase to a maximum level and begins to fade away in the next few weeks. The IgG takes a bit longer to develop, they stay positive for the rest of your life and protect you against another infection. Another testing is a viral testing that can be performed by identifying the cause of complications within the infection of mumps. It…

Dog Ear Infection: How To Finally Stop It With Natural Remedies By Dr Andrew Jones, DVM Jan 30, 2012 If your dog has been shaking his head and scratching at his ears, then he likely has an ear infection. Ear infections in dogs are very common but often very frustrating; they can quickly and often do re-occur leaving you wondering if you can ever get rid of them. This article will go over the most common causes of ear infections, and give you the most effective at home remedies to finally stop…

Syphillis is a bacterial infection usually spread by sexual contact that starts as a painful sore. It can have a serious outcome when left untreated, but is also simple to cure with the right treatment given by your primary doctor. Syphillis is contracted by direct contact with a syphillis sore during either vaginal, anal or oral sex. Sores can be found on or around the penis, rectum, vagina, on the lips or in the mouth. This form of STD can also be spread from an infected mother to her baby.…

well as corrosion of stomach acids. H. pylori is a spiral bacteria that is found in two-thirds of the world's population. This bacteria is usually harmless and does not cause symptoms, and rarely causes sores. After H. pylori enters the digestive tract, it attacks the lining of your stomach, which is there to protect your stomach from acidity. If the bacteria causes enough damage it can result in acid going through the lining of your stomach, which can cause ulcers. H. pylori are more commonly…