Infection Guide: Bacterial, Viral & Fungal Management

Managing infections involves identifying bacterial versus viral strains, implementing probiotic therapy, and following structured wound care protocols.

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Early Symptoms of Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is a long-term infectious disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It usually affects the lungs, but it can also affect other organs such as the bones, liver and kidneys. It is spread from person to person through airborne inhalation.

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Atherosclerotic Disease of the Abdominal Aorta Symptoms

The atherosclerotic disease of the abdominal aorta is commonly known as abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). Medline Plus states that most abdominal aortic aneurysms are caused by atherosclerosis, a fatty deposit of the inner lining of the arteries.

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What Are the Causes of Violent Coughing Bouts?

Coughing sometimes serves an important protective function by expelling materials from the airways so they do not reach the lungs. However, a cough is also a troubling symptom and represents one of the most common reasons why patients seek a physician's help.

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Signs of a Positive TB Test

Tuberculosis, commonly called TB, is an infectious disease that is caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria. It is usually found in its chronic, latent form, and most individuals appear without symptoms. It is contagious, and is spread air borne by the infected individual.

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