Newsletter - NHS Grampian
... the later stages where confirmation of the disease is by demonstration of elevated IgM antibody. Most cases of Lyme Disease can be treated ...
... the later stages where confirmation of the disease is by demonstration of elevated IgM antibody. Most cases of Lyme Disease can be treated ...
virus fact sheet 2014 - Boston Public Schools Health Services
... No. Respiratory illness can be caused by many different germs, but many can have the same symptoms. Not all respiratory illnesses are caused by EV-D68. Anyone with respiratory illness should contact their doctor if they are having difficulty breathing, or if their symptoms are getting worse. ...
... No. Respiratory illness can be caused by many different germs, but many can have the same symptoms. Not all respiratory illnesses are caused by EV-D68. Anyone with respiratory illness should contact their doctor if they are having difficulty breathing, or if their symptoms are getting worse. ...
Staphylococcus aureus Fact Sheet (PDF: 35KB/1 page)
... Cellulitis can occur anywhere in the body, but most often occurs on the legs or arms. Symptoms include redness, swelling, and pain at the site of infection. S. aureus can also cause serious infections such as pneumonia (infection of the lungs) or bacteremia (bloodstream infection). o Symptoms ...
... Cellulitis can occur anywhere in the body, but most often occurs on the legs or arms. Symptoms include redness, swelling, and pain at the site of infection. S. aureus can also cause serious infections such as pneumonia (infection of the lungs) or bacteremia (bloodstream infection). o Symptoms ...
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... or ethambutol may be effective. populations, travel or residence in Tuberculous lymphadenitis. T endemic areas presence of 2 of the following 3 c Bartonella henselae History of contact with kittens, large single lymph node enlargement, teria has 92% sensitivity in identify systemic involvement tuber ...
... or ethambutol may be effective. populations, travel or residence in Tuberculous lymphadenitis. T endemic areas presence of 2 of the following 3 c Bartonella henselae History of contact with kittens, large single lymph node enlargement, teria has 92% sensitivity in identify systemic involvement tuber ...
Virus - WordPress.com
... A virus is a small infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of other organisms. Viruses can infect all types of life forms, from animals and plants to microorganisms Viruses are too small to be seen by the naked eye. Viruses are parasites. They can't multiply on their own, s ...
... A virus is a small infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of other organisms. Viruses can infect all types of life forms, from animals and plants to microorganisms Viruses are too small to be seen by the naked eye. Viruses are parasites. They can't multiply on their own, s ...
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... Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) • HIV is the virus that leads to AIDS • HIV attacks the body’s immune system • HIV does not survive well outside the body ...
... Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) • HIV is the virus that leads to AIDS • HIV attacks the body’s immune system • HIV does not survive well outside the body ...
Slide 1 - WordPress.com
... disease with complete liver failure and even death, especially amongst individuals who are pregnant or immunocompromised, suffering from chronic liver disease, or from older age groups. In pregnant women the disease may also cause a miscarriage. ...
... disease with complete liver failure and even death, especially amongst individuals who are pregnant or immunocompromised, suffering from chronic liver disease, or from older age groups. In pregnant women the disease may also cause a miscarriage. ...
Rhabdovirus (Rabies Virus)
... Rabid animal bite, which can be inapparent especially from infected bats Aerosol exposure has been recognized in laboratory spread and natural settings. Organ and tissue transplants have been implicated. ...
... Rabid animal bite, which can be inapparent especially from infected bats Aerosol exposure has been recognized in laboratory spread and natural settings. Organ and tissue transplants have been implicated. ...
EBV Disease Post-Renal Transplant and PTLD
... • CMV post-transplant infection: evidence of CMV replication regardless of symptoms. • CMV post-transplant disease: evidence of CMV infection with attributable symptoms. Can be further characterized as either a viral syndrome with fever and/or malaise, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia or as tissue invas ...
... • CMV post-transplant infection: evidence of CMV replication regardless of symptoms. • CMV post-transplant disease: evidence of CMV infection with attributable symptoms. Can be further characterized as either a viral syndrome with fever and/or malaise, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia or as tissue invas ...
Skin Infections I
... o Streptokinase: dissolves fibrin and facilitates spread (used therapeutically to dissolve blood clots) ...
... o Streptokinase: dissolves fibrin and facilitates spread (used therapeutically to dissolve blood clots) ...
Ebola Virus Infection: An Overview
... amplifies the chances of transmission. During late stages of the disease, large numbers of virus particles are present in the body fluids, tissues, and, particularly skin. Saliva of the infected host may be a major source of transmission. During an earlier outbreak in Congo in 1995, using RT-PCR ass ...
... amplifies the chances of transmission. During late stages of the disease, large numbers of virus particles are present in the body fluids, tissues, and, particularly skin. Saliva of the infected host may be a major source of transmission. During an earlier outbreak in Congo in 1995, using RT-PCR ass ...
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... rigidity, may have headache, N&V CSF may show increased WBC with increased lymphocytes; normal to slightly elevated protein; normal gram stain ...
... rigidity, may have headache, N&V CSF may show increased WBC with increased lymphocytes; normal to slightly elevated protein; normal gram stain ...
Dysentery Infections
... disinfected. This includes the toilet pan/bowl, flush lever, door handles and all contact surfaces. Confirmed cases should not share bath water with other members of the family. ...
... disinfected. This includes the toilet pan/bowl, flush lever, door handles and all contact surfaces. Confirmed cases should not share bath water with other members of the family. ...
TB - Columbia University
... LTBI diagnosis and treatment for LTBI considered for any BCGvaccinated person whose TST is positive, if any of these circumstances are present: - Was contact of another person with infectious TB - Was born or has resided in a high TB prevalence country ...
... LTBI diagnosis and treatment for LTBI considered for any BCGvaccinated person whose TST is positive, if any of these circumstances are present: - Was contact of another person with infectious TB - Was born or has resided in a high TB prevalence country ...
Morocco - Travel Doctor
... immunisations & preventive medicine. Many have travelled extensively & a number have worked in less developed areas of the world for extended periods. Travellers should undergo individual risk assessments whether they are short term holiday makers, business people or the long term expatriate worker. ...
... immunisations & preventive medicine. Many have travelled extensively & a number have worked in less developed areas of the world for extended periods. Travellers should undergo individual risk assessments whether they are short term holiday makers, business people or the long term expatriate worker. ...
OXGENATION DEFICITS
... * A positive test is determined by the size of the area of induration (hardened & raised area) ...
... * A positive test is determined by the size of the area of induration (hardened & raised area) ...
Miscellaneous Arboviruses
... neurological sequelae. Generalized malaise and polyarthritis RRV infection may persist for a year or more. ...
... neurological sequelae. Generalized malaise and polyarthritis RRV infection may persist for a year or more. ...
Chickenpox
Chickenpox, also known as varicella, is a highly contagious disease caused by the initial infection with varicella zoster virus (VZV). The disease results in a characteristic skin rash that forms small, itchy blisters, which eventually scab over. It usually starts on the face, chest, and back and then spreads to the rest of the body. Other symptoms may include fever, feeling tired, and headaches. Symptoms usually last five to ten days. Complications may occasionally include pneumonia, inflammation of the brain, or bacterial infections of the skin among others. The disease is often more severe in adults than children. Symptoms begin ten to twenty one days after exposure to the virus.Chickenpox is an airborne disease which spreads easily through the coughs and sneezes of an infected person. It may be spread from one to two days before the rash appears until all lesions have crusted over. It may also spread through contact with the blisters. Those with shingles may spread chickenpox to those who are not immune through contact with the blisters. The disease can usually be diagnosed based on the presenting symptom; however, in unusual cases may be confirmed by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing of the blister fluid or scabs. Testing for antibodies may be done to determine if a person is or is not immune. People usually only get the disease once.The varicella vaccine has resulted in a decrease in the number of cases and complications from the disease. It protects about 70 to 90 percent of people from disease with a greater benefit for severe disease. Routine immunization of children is recommended in many countries. Immunization within three days of exposure may improve outcomes in children. Treatment of those infected may include calamine lotion to help with itching, keeping the fingernails short to decrease injury from scratching, and the use of paracetamol (acetaminophen) to help with fevers. For those at increased risk of complications antiviral medication such as aciclovir are recommended.Chickenpox occurs in all parts of the world. Before routine immunization the number of cases occurring each year was similar to the number of people born. Since immunization the number of infections in the United States has decreased nearly 90%. In 2013 chickenpox resulted in 7,000 deaths globally – down from 8,900 in 1990. Death occurs in about 1 per 60,000 cases. Chickenpox was not separated from smallpox until the late 19th century. In 1888 its connection to shingles was determined. The first documented use of the term chicken pox was in 1658. Various explanations have been suggested for the use of ""chicken"" in the name, one being the relative mildness of the disease.