Introduction Typhoid fever is caused by Salmonella enterica serotype Typhi (S. Typhi), a bacterium primarily affecting humans. It is transmitted through contaminated food and water, leading to severe systemic illness Read More …
Typhoid Fever
Category: Microbiology III Yr
Anthrax
Introduction Anthrax is an infectious disease caused by Bacillus anthracis, a spore-forming, gram-positive rod. The spores of B. anthracis can survive for long periods in the environment, making them a Read More …
Plague
Introduction Plague is a serious infectious disease caused by Yersinia pestis, which belongs to the Enterobacteriaceae family. It primarily affects rodents, and humans can contract it through fleas, direct contact Read More …
Leprosy
Introduction Leprosy, or Hansen’s disease, is a chronic infectious disease primarily caused by Mycobacterium leprae. This intracellular bacterium primarily affects the skin, peripheral nerves, mucosal surfaces, and eyes, leading to Read More …
Tuberculosis
Introduction Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health issue, affecting millions of individuals each year. The causative agent, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is an aerobic bacterium that primarily targets the lungs but Read More …