Viral diseases

Signs and Symptoms There are a few indications to look out for when thrombocytopenia is the suspected disorder an individual is suffering from. We know that thrombocytopenia is caused by a low platelet (Thrombocyte) count which would result in a bodies hindered ability to perform important blood clotting functions [2]. Most of the time the symptoms aren’t life threatening and in mild cases the person suffering from the disorder doesn't even experience any related symptoms [3]. In severe cases,…

• With advanced technology, many incurable diseases in the past become curable nowadays. However, have you ever imagined that we can get rid of genetic disorders one day? This is no longer a pipe dream. CRISPR/Cas9 is bringing us light. • Genetic disorders are not only limited to those rare ones e.g. Down Syndrome—a genetic disorder associated with characteristic facial features, physical growth delays, and mental retardation. According to Melissa Conrad Stöppler, a U.S. anatomic pathologist,…

to certain parts of the world and how the diseases that they are used for spread. Knowing the locations of where patients have been and addressing their symptoms according to the human geography, specifically related to the diseases in that region could help a pharmacist piece together what is wrong with a patient and help them. This research paper will review certain regional diseases and cultures and their impact on pharmacy. As new diseases are always emerging into areas because of…

Research Question Cancer is a devastating disease for many individuals and families. In the United States, mortality rate of cancer is more than half a million in year 2014 and it is still rated as a second most common cause of death (American Cancer Society, 2015). Causes of cancer are contribution of numerous factors such as diet, lifestyle, certain types of infections, and environmental exposures. In specific, viral infections such as hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV)…

America. Ebola, previously known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever, is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus strains. The virus can cause disease in humans and nonhuman primates such as monkeys, gorillas and chimpanzees. In this paper, I will first describe the different types of Ebola viruses and their distinct features. Then, identify signs and symptoms of the disease; how the virus causes disease and finally describe how it is transmitted. There are five…

The adult human skeletal system consists of 206 bones, in which are held together by a network of ligaments, tendons and cartilage that connect them together. Besides movement the skeleton also provides protection to vital organs such as our brain, our heart, lungs and abdominal organs. Although our skeleton provides us with such protection it is still prone to injury, wear and tear, infections, tumors and other conditions that can damage bone and become life threatening.…

inside of the body it is possible to do the following things: kills cells, full bleeding internally, wrecks the immune system, and harms every organ in the body. It is very infrequent to catch Ebola. The only way that people can get infected with the disease is from direct contact with fluids from those who are already infested with Ebola. C. Content: Ebola was first recognized in 1976. “The name came from a river in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (formerly Zaire) in Africa, where the…

infectious diseases that affect people all across the world. Some infectious diseases effect the human body more severely than others. They can even wipe out an entire community or continent in months. It is important to acknowledge specific viruses and diseases in specific parts of the world that could be in your area or a potential area you want to visit or move to in the future. One disease that exists in a specific part of the world is called Lassa fever, being one of the most common…

brain of a patient. The virus involved was measles which the patient acquired while she was in an orphanage in India. The measles developed into a slow viral infection. In this the symptoms are masked as the patient does not appear to be suffering from the disease. The disease is replicating but it does not overwhelm the body. In this case the disease did not begin to manifest until the patient had finished her first year of college. It began with a reduction of eyesight and moved to the loss…

other ways to help prevent the spread of this disease such as washing your hands, avoiding close contact with those who are sick, covering your cough or sneeze, keeping clean and staying home when sick. Since there are some vaccines that protect against measles, mumps and influenza which can cause viral meningitis, it is important to keep updated on these vaccines to prevent the spreading of these diseases. Bacterial meningitis is less common than viral and can be extremely serious and even…