Introduction Syphilis is caused by Treponema pallidum, a spirochete bacterium. It is primarily transmitted through sexual contact but can also be passed from mother to child during pregnancy (congenital syphilis). Read More ……..
Syphilis
Category: Microbiology III Yr
Typhoid Fever
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 ……..
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 ……..