Microbes and Diseases Unit Test
... Vocabulary: Carefully read each definition and match it to the correct word. _____ 18. The study of organisms that are too small to see without a microscope A) Chemistry B) Bacillus C) Microbiology D) Pandemic _____ 19. An epidemic that spreads across a large area, like a continent A) Coccus B) Epid ...
... Vocabulary: Carefully read each definition and match it to the correct word. _____ 18. The study of organisms that are too small to see without a microscope A) Chemistry B) Bacillus C) Microbiology D) Pandemic _____ 19. An epidemic that spreads across a large area, like a continent A) Coccus B) Epid ...
RNA Viruses
... envelope • German measles • Endemic disease • Most cases reported are adolescents and young adults • Transmitted through contact with respiratory secretions ...
... envelope • German measles • Endemic disease • Most cases reported are adolescents and young adults • Transmitted through contact with respiratory secretions ...
Tips for Talking to Patients about Viral Respiratory Infection
... 4. Explain what the patient can expect over the next few days and what to do if symptoms worsen. Example: “Your cough may last from several more days to several weeks, and it may take a while for you to feel better. I want you to call me if you’re still coughing after three weeks, or if you begin ...
... 4. Explain what the patient can expect over the next few days and what to do if symptoms worsen. Example: “Your cough may last from several more days to several weeks, and it may take a while for you to feel better. I want you to call me if you’re still coughing after three weeks, or if you begin ...
Feline Herpesvirus (FHV)
... Just as there is no cure for Human Herpes, there is similarly no cure for Feline Herpesvirus. Viruses are different to bacteria in many ways, one of which being that bacteria are living and constantly reproducing. Once infected with Feline Herpesvirus, a cat may stop producing symptoms but will re ...
... Just as there is no cure for Human Herpes, there is similarly no cure for Feline Herpesvirus. Viruses are different to bacteria in many ways, one of which being that bacteria are living and constantly reproducing. Once infected with Feline Herpesvirus, a cat may stop producing symptoms but will re ...
Mouse Parvo
... parvovirus. Three isolates of one serotype have been identified. Transmission: The parvoviruses require rapidly dividing cells (such as GI, skin, and lymphoid organs) to survive. They are shed in urine and feces and may be transmitted via respiratory routes. They are highly contagious and shed virus ...
... parvovirus. Three isolates of one serotype have been identified. Transmission: The parvoviruses require rapidly dividing cells (such as GI, skin, and lymphoid organs) to survive. They are shed in urine and feces and may be transmitted via respiratory routes. They are highly contagious and shed virus ...
PLECONARIL – A NEW DRUG FOR ENTEROVIRAL INFECTIONS
... working out how diseases spread and cluster into groups and how they can be defeated. Testing the drugs now being researched includes using the common cold viruses (Rhinoviruses which are also included in the Picornavirus family) to judge the effect. Many drugs, eg, Disoxaril, Enviroxime, Piradovir ...
... working out how diseases spread and cluster into groups and how they can be defeated. Testing the drugs now being researched includes using the common cold viruses (Rhinoviruses which are also included in the Picornavirus family) to judge the effect. Many drugs, eg, Disoxaril, Enviroxime, Piradovir ...
CNS infection
... Sore throat . Fever. Headache. Muscle spasm . Convulsion . In ability of patients with rabies to swallow dye to damage to the nerves that control swallowing . ...
... Sore throat . Fever. Headache. Muscle spasm . Convulsion . In ability of patients with rabies to swallow dye to damage to the nerves that control swallowing . ...
FACT SHEET Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease What is Hand, Foot
... virus may be found in the throat of an infected person for 2 weeks (even if there are no lesions in the mouth) and in the stool for several weeks after infection. Infected persons who do not appear to be ill may also spread the virus. What is the treatment for this illness? No specific treatment is ...
... virus may be found in the throat of an infected person for 2 weeks (even if there are no lesions in the mouth) and in the stool for several weeks after infection. Infected persons who do not appear to be ill may also spread the virus. What is the treatment for this illness? No specific treatment is ...
Acute Viral Encephalitis and Brain abscess
... infiltration from the perivascular sheaths (Virchow-Robin spaces). • None-effective immune response; lymphocytic infiltration; severe destruction of brain tissue. • Result: Focal cerebral cortical encephalitis. • Symptoms: fever, headache and altered mental status (disorientation, behavioral disturb ...
... infiltration from the perivascular sheaths (Virchow-Robin spaces). • None-effective immune response; lymphocytic infiltration; severe destruction of brain tissue. • Result: Focal cerebral cortical encephalitis. • Symptoms: fever, headache and altered mental status (disorientation, behavioral disturb ...
Variola Virus
... unvaccinated close or household contacts or 3.8% in previously vaccinated close contacts) Parenteral transmission has not been recognized. ...
... unvaccinated close or household contacts or 3.8% in previously vaccinated close contacts) Parenteral transmission has not been recognized. ...
Biological hazards
... of the host body. Helicobacter pylori is able to survive in the acidic environment of the human stomach by producing the enzyme urease. Colonization of the stomach lining by this bacterium can lead to Gastric ulcer and cancer. The virulence of various strains of Helicobacter pylori tends to correlat ...
... of the host body. Helicobacter pylori is able to survive in the acidic environment of the human stomach by producing the enzyme urease. Colonization of the stomach lining by this bacterium can lead to Gastric ulcer and cancer. The virulence of various strains of Helicobacter pylori tends to correlat ...
Papilloma viruses & Polyoma viruses
... mild feverish illness and a maculopapular rash. It starts with erythema of the cheeks (Slapped cheek) followed by a rash (resembling the rash of rubella) on the trunk and limbs. These symptoms ...
... mild feverish illness and a maculopapular rash. It starts with erythema of the cheeks (Slapped cheek) followed by a rash (resembling the rash of rubella) on the trunk and limbs. These symptoms ...
Thursday, April 16, 2015
... throat mucus of an infected person. It can spread to others through coughing and sneezing. Also, measles virus can live for up to two hours in an airspace where the infected person coughed or sneezed. If other people breathe the contaminated air or touch the infected surface, then touch their eyes, ...
... throat mucus of an infected person. It can spread to others through coughing and sneezing. Also, measles virus can live for up to two hours in an airspace where the infected person coughed or sneezed. If other people breathe the contaminated air or touch the infected surface, then touch their eyes, ...
Common infectious diseases
... itis = inflammation of • S/S: fever, headache, nausea/vomit ing, stiff neck • TX: antibiotics ...
... itis = inflammation of • S/S: fever, headache, nausea/vomit ing, stiff neck • TX: antibiotics ...
Bloodborne Pathogens
... Be alert for sharp objects, broken glassware, used syringes in trash Do not pick up broken glass - use brush or broom & ...
... Be alert for sharp objects, broken glassware, used syringes in trash Do not pick up broken glass - use brush or broom & ...
Pediatric infectious diseases
... RNA orthomyxoviruses, types A, B, C Young children: bronchiolitis, pneumonia, myositis Secondary bacterial infection of the respiratory tract Salicylates should be avoided (risk of Reye syndrome) Th: oral oseltamivir (Tamiflu) ...
... RNA orthomyxoviruses, types A, B, C Young children: bronchiolitis, pneumonia, myositis Secondary bacterial infection of the respiratory tract Salicylates should be avoided (risk of Reye syndrome) Th: oral oseltamivir (Tamiflu) ...
Vaccination Charges Disease Vaccine Doses Price
... A disease transmitted through the ingestion of food or drink, which has been contaminated by the faeces of an infected person. It can cause a high fever, weakness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach pains, and a rash of flat, rose-coloured spots. Typhoid is deadly without treatment, killing up to o ...
... A disease transmitted through the ingestion of food or drink, which has been contaminated by the faeces of an infected person. It can cause a high fever, weakness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach pains, and a rash of flat, rose-coloured spots. Typhoid is deadly without treatment, killing up to o ...
Tropical diseases
... • These insects may carry a parasite, bacterium or virus that is infectious to humans and animals. Most often disease is transmitted by an insect "bite", which causes transmission of the infectious agent through blood exchange. Vaccines are not available for any of the diseases listed here. ...
... • These insects may carry a parasite, bacterium or virus that is infectious to humans and animals. Most often disease is transmitted by an insect "bite", which causes transmission of the infectious agent through blood exchange. Vaccines are not available for any of the diseases listed here. ...
Bovine Herpes Virus - Veterinary Extension
... Infections caused by BHV-1 are described as an interplay between acute forms of infection followed by the establishment of latency in convalescent animals which then become carriers of the infection. The latent BHV-1 virus may be reactivated in response to different stimuli such as, calving, stress, ...
... Infections caused by BHV-1 are described as an interplay between acute forms of infection followed by the establishment of latency in convalescent animals which then become carriers of the infection. The latent BHV-1 virus may be reactivated in response to different stimuli such as, calving, stress, ...
Quick overview of immune system
... • Can be mild, or destructive • Long term infections increase risk of cancer. – Transmission like Hep B: blood, sex, transplants ...
... • Can be mild, or destructive • Long term infections increase risk of cancer. – Transmission like Hep B: blood, sex, transplants ...
Overview of the Arthropod-Borne Animal Diseases Unit – OCT 2016
... Serological assays for surveillance and diagnostics (multiple species) ...
... Serological assays for surveillance and diagnostics (multiple species) ...
Protective Measures For Prevention Of SARS Infection
... blocking the oxygen transfer. • In atypical pneumonia, the tissue surrounding the alveoli swells, collapsing the alveoli, reducing the blood supply to the area, and obstructing the oxygen transfer. ...
... blocking the oxygen transfer. • In atypical pneumonia, the tissue surrounding the alveoli swells, collapsing the alveoli, reducing the blood supply to the area, and obstructing the oxygen transfer. ...
DISEASES GERMS STDS PP
... Syphilis- Bacteria, moist, red sores, rash, flu like symptoms, brain damage HPV- Virus, may show no symptoms, warts on the genital area, possible abnormal Pap smear test, may cause cervical cancer. ...
... Syphilis- Bacteria, moist, red sores, rash, flu like symptoms, brain damage HPV- Virus, may show no symptoms, warts on the genital area, possible abnormal Pap smear test, may cause cervical cancer. ...