infectious diseases

Dogs can transmit some diseases to humans when they are not properly treated. Major diseases transmitted by dogs include: Ringworm : It is transmitted by direct skin contact with the contaminated animal. It causes a reddish patch on the skin and intense itching and should be treated with the use of antifungal or antifungal agents; Leptospirosis : Is transmitted by contact with the urine of the infected animal or by floods

Amebiasis, also known as amebic dysentery, is an intestinal infection caused by the protozoan Entamoeba histolytica, which causes severe diarrhea, fever, chills and feces with blood or whitish secretions. This protozoan, although it may arise in any region and infect any person, is more common in tropical regions with poor sanitary conditions, especially affecting infants and toddlers who like to play on the floor and have a habit of putting everything in their mouths

Type 4 dengue is one of the four different types of dengue transmitted by the bite of the Aedes Aegypti mosquito and, therefore, causes symptoms similar to those of common dengue, such as fever, fatigue and pain throughout the body. Usually, the patient is immune to one type of dengue after recovering from the disease; however, one can take one of the other 3 types and so it is important to maintain preventive measures such as putting mosquito repellent even after having the disease

Tonsillitis corresponds to the inflammation of the tonsils, which are lymph nodes present in the fundus of the gargante and whose function is to defend the organism against bacterial and viral infections. According to the cause and duration of symptoms, tonsillitis can be classified into: Bacterial tonsillitis , which is usually caused by Streptococcus and Pneumococcus bacteria - learn more about bacterial tonsillitis; Viral tonsillitis , which is usually caused by the Epstein-barr virus , which is the causative agent of mononucleosis, cytomegalovirus, parotid virus and adenovirus, which corres

The human papillomavirus, also known as HPV, is a virus that infects the skin and mucous membranes in men and women. There are more than 120 different types of HPV, of which 40 affect the genital organs preferentially, being types 16 and 18 high risk, accounting for 75% of the most serious lesions, such as cancer

The HIV virus was discovered in 1984 and over the last 30 years a lot has changed. Science has evolved and the cocktail that once covered the use of a large number of drugs, today has a smaller and more efficient number with fewer side effects. However, although the time and quality of life of the infected person has increased significantly, HIV still has no cure, no vaccine

Rubella is a highly contagious disease that catches the air and is caused by a virus of the genus Rubivirus . This disease manifests itself through symptoms such as small red patches on the skin surrounded by a bright red, scattered throughout the body, and fever. Its treatment is only to control the symptoms, and usually this disease does not have serious complications

Lyme disease, also known as tick disease, is a disease caused by the bite of a tick contaminated by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi , leading to the appearance of a circular red spot on the skin and that increases over time. Usually, the tick bites the skin without the person noticing until the first symptoms appear

Enteroviruses correspond to a genus of viruses that have as their main means of replication the gastrointestinal tract, causing symptoms such as fever, vomiting and sore throat, for example. Diseases caused by enteroviruses are highly infectious and most common in children, since adults have the most developed immune system, responding better to infections

There is no specific treatment for rubella and therefore the virus needs to be eliminated naturally by the body. However, it is possible to use some remedies to relieve the symptoms while recovering. Some of the most commonly used remedies include: Fever medicines such as Acetaminophen, Acetaminophen, or Ibuprofen help to lower body temperature and relieve headache; Antibiotics such as Amoxicillin, Neomycin, or Ciprofloxacin are not always needed but may be indicated if rubella associated infections such as pneumonia or ear infection occur

The child may be dengue when she has symptoms such as fever and lack of appetite, which are more worrisome in times of disease epidemic. However, dengue in children is not always accompanied by symptoms, so it is often only identified when you are already at a serious stage. In general, children have the same signs of age-related illnesses as influenza, which can confuse parents

The infection in the blood corresponds to the presence of microorganisms in the blood, mainly fungi and bacteria, leading to symptoms such as high fever, low blood pressure, increased heartbeat and nausea, for example. When the infection is undiagnosed and treated properly, the microorganism can spread into the bloodstream and reach other organs, leading to complications and organ failure

Congenital rubella syndrome occurs in infants whose mother has had contact with the rubella virus during pregnancy and who has not been treated. The baby's contact with the rubella virus can lead to a number of consequences, especially with regard to its development, as this virus is capable of causing calcifications in some regions of the brain, in addition to deafness and vision problems, for example

Treatment for diphtheria is most often performed during hospitalization and should be started as soon as infection is suspected, especially in children, as it can lead to serious complications if not treated correctly. The treatment is done with the objective of reducing the symptoms, being the results evaluated by the medical team from the observation of the decrease of the fever, of the swelling and improvement of the respiratory capacity

Diphtheria is an infectious-contagious disease characterized by inflammation and injury of the respiratory tract, and may also affect the skin, and is more common in children between 1 and 4 years of age, although it may occur in all ages. This disease is caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae , which produces toxins that can be directly into the bloodstream, which can affect other organs and lead to various complications

Meningitis refers to the inflammation of the membranes lining the brain and spinal cord, which can be caused by viruses, bacteria and even parasites. The most characteristic symptom of meningitis is the stiffness in the nape of the neck, which hinders the movement of the neck, as well as headache and nausea

Onchocerciasis, popularly known as river blindness or garimpeiro disease, is a parasitic disease caused by the parasite Onchocerca volvulus. This disease is transmitted by the mosquito bite of the genus Similium spp. , which can usually be found at the riverside. The main clinical manifestation of this disease is the presence of the parasite in the eyes, causing the progressive loss of vision, which is why onchocerciasis is also known as river blindness

The treatment for meningitis should be started as soon as possible after the onset of the first symptoms, such as difficulty moving the neck, constant fever above 38ºC or vomiting, for example. The treatment for meningitis usually depends on the type of micro-organism that caused the disease and should therefore be started at the hospital with diagnostic tests such as a blood test to identify the type of meningitis and determine the most appropriate treatment.

Bacterial meningitis is a serious infection that can have as a result deafness and brain changes such as epilepsy. It can be transmitted from person to person through droplets of saliva while talking, eating or kissing, for example. Thus, some measures to avoid bacterial meningitis are: Wash your hands often , using soap and water, especially after eating, using the bathroom or blowing your nose; Avoid contact with patients infected with meningitis for a long time, not touching saliva or respiratory secretions that may be in tissues, for example; Do not share objects and food , avoid using the

Bacterial meningitis is the infection that causes inflammation of the tissue surrounding the brain and marrow caused by bacteria such as Neisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Mycobacterium tuberculosis or Haemophilus influenzae , for example. Bacterial meningitis is usually a serious condition that can be life threatening if it is not treated properly