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Facing TB in Houston

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atypical mycobacterial infection :: Article Creator Progress Against AIDS Cite this article Persidis, A. Progress against AIDS. Nat Biotechnol 18, 466–467 (2000). Https://doi.Org/10.1038/74566 Download citation Share this article Anyone you share the following link with will be able to read this content: Get shareable link Sorry, a shareable link is not currently available for this article. Provided by the Springer Nature SharedIt content-sharing initiative Nontuberculous Mycobacterial (NTM) Infection Program Content Initial Evaluation Diagnosis of NTM infections can be challenging because the symptoms can be similar to other lung diseases, like tuberculosis and lung cancer. Typically, a diagnosis is made by identifying the bacteria in a culture grown from a sputum sample (the substance that's coughed up from the lungs), but other diagnostic tests may be necessary. Access to prior records and testing is vital t

Vaccination

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antibiotics for gastrointestinal infection :: Article Creator Mechanisms And Strategies To Overcome Antibiotic Resistance In Gastrointestinal Pathogens In the field of infectious diseases, antibiotic resistance in gastrointestinal infections represents a critical challenge. Such infections, driven by pathogens like Salmonella, Escherichia coli, and Campylobacter, not only cause severe illnesses but also contribute significantly to morbidity due to their resistance to standard treatments. The evolution of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is exacerbated by the indiscriminate use of antibiotics in healthcare and agriculture, hindering effective treatment regimens and facilitating the spread of resistant strains via multiple vectors including contaminated food and water.This research topic aims to delve into the complexities of diagnosing antibiotic-resistant infections with precision, and to spearhead the creation of innovative management tools. It seeks

Personal Stories from TB Survivors - My Journey fighting TB

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oral gonorrhea :: Article Creator Gonorrhea: Signs And Symptoms Gonorrhea is a very common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that you may hear referred to as "the clap" or "the drip." An infected person can pass it to a partner during vaginal, anal, and/or oral sex. It can also be spread via contaminated sex toys and close genital-to-genital contact, even if there's no penetration. You can also get it if the infection touches your eyes. If left untreated, it can cause serious complications, including: Joint problems Inflammation of your liver Damage to your heart valves Brain damage Infertility Gonorrhea symptoms normally show up within 14 days after you get the infection. Some people don't experience any symptoms until after they've had the infection for months. Many people with gonorrhea — usually people with vaginas — never have symptoms at all. Know the signs of this common STI so you'll have

Routine immunization for children in the Philippines

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symptoms of bacterial infection in stomach :: Article Creator The Bacteria Behind Stomach Ulcers Rosemary Leonard If you had a stomach ulcer 20 years ago, you would be told to cut down on rich food, alcohol, cigarettes and stress. The ultimate solution was surgery to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach by cutting its nerve supply, or, more drastic still, having part of your stomach removed. How things have changed. It is now known that 80 pc of stomach ulcers and 95 pc of duodenal ulcers are due to the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H pylori). This bug also appears to be the main cause of gastritis, where there is chronic inflammation of the stomach lining. More worrying, H pylori infection has also been linked with an increased risk of stomach cancer. The bacteria appear to invade the mucus that lines and protects the wall of both the stomach and the duodenum, where it acts as an irritant, causing inflammation and making the stomach more susce

Facing TB in Houston

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undulant fever meaning :: Article Creator I Have A Stuffy Nose, How Can I Tell If It's Hay Fever, COVID Or Something Else? Hay fever (also called allergic rhinitis) affects 24% of Australians. Symptoms include sneezing, a runny nose (which may feel blocked or stuffy) and itchy eyes. People can also experience an itchy nose, throat or ears. But COVID is still spreading, and other viruses can cause cold-like symptoms. So how do you know which one you've got? Remind me, how does hay fever cause symptoms? Hay fever happens when a person has become "sensitised" to an allergen trigger. This means a person's body is always primed to react to this trigger. Triggers can include allergens in the air (such as pollen from trees, grasses and flowers), mould spores, animals or house dust mites which mostly live in people's mattresses and bedding, and feed on shed skin. When the body is exposed to the trigger, it produces IgE (

Vaccination

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different types of tb :: Article Creator Host-Pathogen Protein Interactions In Tuberculosis: Key Insights And Implications Delving into the complex network of host-pathogen interactions in tuberculosis, this topic unveils the crucial role of proteins in shaping the pathophysiology of the disease. Understanding these interactions equips researchers and clinicians with a profound understanding of tuberculosis dynamics and highlights potential targets for intervention. The intricate interplay between host and pathogen proteins significantly influences virulence and pathogenesis, offering insights into the mechanisms underlying TB infection. By exploring these protein interactions, the topic aims to advance knowledge and develop innovative strategies to combat tuberculosis. This research is pivotal in achieving the World Health Organization's goal of eradicating TB by 2035, providing a comprehensive view of the molecular and cellular interactions cr