infectious diseases

Osteomyelitis is the name given to bone infection, usually caused by bacteria, but can also be caused by fungi or viruses. This infection occurs either by direct contamination of the bone, through a deep cut, a fracture or implant of a prosthesis, but can also reach the bone through the bloodstream during the course of an infectious disease such as an abscess, endocarditis or tuberculosis, for example

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also called sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are diseases caused by microorganisms transmitted during intimate contact, so they should be avoided with the use of condoms. These infections cause very uncomfortable symptoms in the woman, such as burning, vaginal discharge, bad smell or the appearance of wounds in the intima

Treatment for foot-and-mouth disease in humans is not specific, and it is therefore recommended to take pain medication and to reduce fever, such as Paracetamol every 8 hours. In addition to the medications, it is recommended to properly clean the wounds with soap and water and to take a healing ointment may be useful and facilitate healing of them

The transmission of foot-and-mouth disease to humans is generally done through the ingestion of milk from a contaminated animal without being boiled or pasteurized in advance. Foot-and-mouth disease can still reach humans when they have an open wound on the skin and this wound comes in contact with the secretions of the contaminated animal, such as feces, urine, blood, phlegm, sneezing, milk or semen

The treatment for cholera, which is an intestinal infection caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae , consists of hydration through the ingestion of fluids, as well as the use of remedies to relieve symptoms such as analgesics and anti-emetics. The use of antibiotics and hydration in the vein is only necessary in cases of severe infection, when the person is debilitated and unable to hydrate through the mouth

Cholera is an intestinal infection that arises due to the ingestion of a bacterium, called Vibrio Cholerae , which is present in water and food contaminated by feces. Thus, this type of infection is more common and causes outbreaks more easily in places that do not have running water or inadequate sanitation, where there is no garbage collection or open sewage, for example

The boils are infections of the root of the hair that provoke accumulation of pus under the skin, generating symptoms like intense pain to the touch, redness and swelling. Although most people have boils 2 or 3 times in life, there are some cases where boils appear constantly. Because it is an infection, boils are more common in people with health problems, especially when the immune system is affected, as in the case of diabetes, HIV infection or cancer, for example

Foot-and-mouth disease in humans is a rare infectious disease caused by a virus that is very contagious and causes lesions on the skin, mouth and between the fingers. This disease is more common in rural areas and children, the elderly and individuals with low immunity are the most susceptible to infection

Whipple's disease is a rare and chronic bacterial infection that usually affects the small intestine and makes it difficult to absorb food, causing symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain or weight loss. This disease installs slowly, and may also reach other organs of the body and cause joint pain and other more rare symptoms, such as movement disorders and cognitive disorders, brain impairment, chest pain, shortness of breath and palpitations, due to compromising the heart, for example

For the treatment of ear pain, it is recommended to use analgesics, antipyretics and anti-inflammatories in the form of drops, syrup or tablets for 7, 10 or 14 days, depending on the orientation of the doctor. The treatment is not intended solely to alleviate the symptoms, but the underlying infection, which may still be active for a few days after the disappearance of the symptoms

Human cutaneous leishmaniasis is an infectious disease that is spread around the world, caused by infection by the protozoan Leishmania , which causes painless wounds on the skin and mucous membranes of the body. In Brazil, American tegumentary leishmaniasis, popularly known as "bauru ulcer" or "bruised wound", is transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Lutzomyia , known as straw mosquitoes, and the treatment is done under the guidance of the dermatologist

The treatment of human visceral leishmaniasis, also known as kalazar, is mainly done with Pentavalent Antimony Compounds, for 20 to 30 days, in order to eliminate the microorganism that causes the disease. Visceral leishmaniasis is an infection caused in Brazil by the protozoan Leishmania chagasi, transmitted by mosquitoes of the species L

Visceral leishmaniasis, also known as kalazar or tropical splenomegaly, is a disease caused in Brazil by the protozoan Leishmania chagasi , and occurs when a mosquito bites a person or animal carrying the infection, especially the dog, and then transmits the disease stinging other people. The mosquito that transmits the disease is small, light-colored, and lives in dark, humid environments and with organic garbage accumulation as in chicken coops, for example

There are more than 60 types of ticks and they can cause various diseases, the most common being Lyme disease, most common in the United States and Europe, and Brazilian Macular Fever, also known as tick disease. Both diseases are serious and require treatment with antibiotics because they are serious and the bacteria can reach the bloodstream and spread throughout the body and cause organ and system failure

Pharyngitis causes an inflammation in the throat and can be caused by both viruses, in the case of pharyngitis, and by bacteria, called bacterial pharyngitis. This inflammation causes an intense sore throat, making it very red, and in some cases there may be a fever and small sore 'little' sores may appear on the neck

The treatment for candidiasis can be done at home, does not hurt and is usually done with the use of antifungal pills or tablets prescribed by the doctor depending on the type of Candida infection. The patient should consult a general practitioner in order to identify the type of candidiasis and indicate the most suitable specialist, who may be the gynecologist in the case of the woman or the urologist for the man, for example

Carbuncles are clusters of boils, which form due to inflammation in the root of the hair, which can produce abscesses, wounds and ulcers on the skin. Its treatment is done with drainage of accumulated pus, when it bursts by itself, or by a procedure performed by the dermatologist or general surgeon, in addition to the use of antibiotic ointments and skin cleansing with antiseptic soap

The treatment for the disease of sores, which is caused by the bite of an insect, is made with the ingestion of benzonidazole, an antiparasitic medicine offered free of charge by SUS. The dose of the drug should be doctor-directed according to body weight and repeated every 12 weeks for 60 days without needing to be admitted to the hospital

Strongyloidiasis is an intestinal disease caused by the parasite Strongyloides stercorarlis , which causes symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and flatulence. However, there is a more severe and widespread variant of the disease, which affects the lung and circulation, causing fever above 38 ° C, vomiting, coughing and shortness of breath.

Schistosomiasis, also called a water gut is a disease caused by parasites that live in fresh water such as rivers or lakes, very often in tropical regions where there is no basic sanitation. Schistosomiasis mansoni is caused by Schistosoma mansoni , which penetrates through the skin, when it comes in contact with contaminated water, causing symptoms such as swollen and bulky belly Signs and Symptoms of Schistosomiasis The signs and symptoms of schistosomiasis manifest in two different phases: 1st stage: redness and itching of the skin, fever, weakness, cough and muscle pain