infectious diseases

To heal the boil, it is important to put compresses of warm water, for example, as they help relieve pain and discomfort, remove the pus and, consequently, heal the boil faster. Usually, the boil heals on its own, no more than two weeks, when pus leaves the inside, however, 3 key tips to heal the boil faster include: 1

Prevention of oxyurius should be done not only by the family, but also by the infected person itself, since reinfection may occur, in addition to the transmission of this parasite is very easy, and the person should adopt measures that decrease the chances of self-infection and transmissibility . Thus, it is important to have a habit of washing your hands thoroughly, cutting your nails, not putting your hands or fingers in your mouth and regularly washing bedding and towels with hot water, for example, as this prevents transmission and reinfection by this parasite

Meningitis can cause sequelae that affect both the physical, intellectual and psychological capacity of patients, with a lack of balance, memory loss and vision problems. In general, bacterial meningitis causes sequelae more often and severely than viral meningitis, but the two forms of the disease can bring complications and affect people's quality of life, especially in children

The treatment of whooping cough is done with the use of antibiotics that must be used according to the medical orientation and, in the case of the children, the treatment must be done in the hospital so that it is followed up and, thus, avoid possible complications. Pertussis, also known as Pertussis or a long cough, is an infectious disease caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria that can occur at any age, even in people who have already been vaccinated against the disease, but in a less severe form

Cystitis is an infection usually caused by the E. coli bacteria , which migrate from the intestine to the urethra and its symptoms include urgency to urinate, pain and burning when urinating and its treatment can be done with the use of natural remedies or antibiotics prescribed by the doctor. Honeymoon cystitis is one that is usually caused by the rise of bacteria from the vagina itself to the bladder due to several small lesions in the urethra due to the repetitive sex act

The antibiotic is a medicine used to fight sensitive microorganisms that cause diseases such as bacteria, parasites or fungi and should only be used if recommended by the doctor. Antibiotics are used to treat various types of infections, such as urinary tract infections, ear infections, tonsils, rhinitis, bronchitis, bronchitis, bronchitis, bronchitis, urinary tract infection, ear, kidney, skin, bone, genitals, abdominal cavity, or pneumonia, for example

Cryptosporidiosis is an infectious disease caused by the parasite Cryptosporidium sp ., Which can be found in the environment, as an oocyst, or parasitizing people's gastrointestinal system, resulting in symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, for example. The main cause of disease in humans is Cryptosporidium hominis , while in animals it is more frequent to see infection by Cryptosporidium parvum, but it can also infect humans

The furuncle corresponds to a yellowish lump that forms due to infection in the root of the hair and is therefore more common to appear on the neck, underarms, scalp, chest, buttocks, face and belly. Usually it disappears after a few days only with the application of warm water compresses in the region to help remove the pus

Viral meningitis is a contagious disease caused by viruses of the enterovirus family that can affect people who have the closest contact with the infected person, such as those living in the same house, studying or working in the same room. However, when a person is infected with the virus, it can already contaminate others even if the symptoms have not manifested

Malaria treatment is done with antimalarial drugs that are free and provided by SUS. The treatment is intended to prevent the development of the parasite but the dose of the remedy depends on the severity of the disease, the parasite species and the age and weight of the patient. Malaria is an infectious disease caused by the bite of the female Anopheles mosquito, which can contain 4 different species of parasites: Plasmodium vivax, Plasmodium ovale, Plasmodium malariae and Plasmodium falciparum

Streptococcus corresponds to a genus of bacteria characterized by being rounded in shape and being arranged in chains, besides having violet or dark blue coloration when viewed through the microscope, and are therefore called gram-positive bacteria. Much of the Streptococcus species can be found in the body, not causing any kind of disease

Measles is a highly contagious disease that causes symptoms such as fever, persistent cough, runny nose and conjunctivitis, with small red spots that begin near the scalp and then go down, spreading throughout the body. The treatment of measles is done so as to alleviate the symptoms because this disease is caused by a virus and so the body can get rid of it alone without the need for antibiotics

Brazilian spotted fever, also known as tick fever, rocky mountain spotted fever, petenquial fever and typhus transmitted by the tick star, is an infection caused by the bacterium Rickettsia rickettsii after a tick bite. Typically, spotted fever is more common during the months of June through October, when ticks are most active, and it is necessary to be in contact with the tick for 6-10 hours

Herpes zoster, commonly known as Copper or Zone, is an infectious disease caused by the same chickenpox virus, which can reoccur during adulthood causing red blisters on the skin, which mainly appear in the chest or belly region, but also may be affecting the eyes or ears. This disease affects only people who have had chickenpox, and it is more common to appear after the age of 60, and is treated with anti-viral drugs such as acyclovir and analgesics prescribed by the doctor to relieve pain and heal faster

Syphilis, also called hard cancer or Lues, is a disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum which, in most cases, is transmitted through intimate contact without the use of a condom. The first symptoms are painless wounds on the penis, anus, or vulva which, if untreated, disappear spontaneously and return after weeks, months to years in their secondary or tertiary forms, which are more severe

The sore throat can cause symptoms such as burning in the throat, dry and irritative cough and difficulty swallowing and can be caused by prolonged exposure to cold or illnesses like flu or tonsillitis. The inflamed throat can be treated with home remedies such as gargling with warm water and salt, however, if inflammation and pain do not go away and notice the presence of pus in the throat, it is important to see a doctor and start treatment that can be made with inflamed throat remedies, such as Ibuprofen, or antibiotics such as penicillin

Addison's disease, also known as primary adrenal insufficiency, occurs when the adrenal or adrenal gland fails to produce the hormones aldosterone and cortisol, which is a hormone responsible for controlling stress and blood pressure and reducing inflammation. Thus, the lack of these hormones can lead to weakness, excessive craving for salt and generalized fatigue

Toxicocariasis is a parasitic disease caused by the parasite Toxocara sp. , which can inhabit the small intestine of cats and dogs and reach the human body through contact with feces contaminated by feces of infected dogs and cats, and may result in abdominal pain, fever or decreased vision, for example

Crupe, also known as laryngotracheobronchitis, is an infectious disease that reaches the upper and lower airways and is characterized by symptoms such as difficulty in breathing, hoarseness, and a strong cough. This infection mainly affects children between the ages of 3 and 7 years. The croup, most often is caused by viruses, is called a viral croup, and causes symptoms that can be confused with that of the cold

The slap disease is a viral infection of the skin that manifests symptoms of red lesions on the face as if the patient had been slapped on the face. This disease is more common between 2 and 14 years, being more frequent in the spring. Infectious Erythema, which is the correct name for slap disease, is caused by Parvovirus B19