Zika virus infection: Description Zika virus infection causes a febrile infectious disease (Zika fever). The pathogen, the Zika virus, is transmitted to humans mainly by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes. According to the German Federal Ministry of Health, only about a quarter of those infected develop the typical Zika virus symptoms. The course of the … Zika Virus Infection: Risks, Transmission
Brief overview Symptoms: Small pustules/blisters, small, reddish-brown mite ducts on warm parts of the body (between fingers and toes, inner edges of feet, armpit area, around the nipple areolas, penis shaft, anal region), severe itching, burning (intensified at night) allergy-like skin rash Treatment: externally applied insecticides (whole body treatment), tablets if necessary Causes and risk … Scabies (Krätze): Symptoms, Transmission, Therapy
What is hepatitis A? Hepatitis A is an acute form of liver inflammation that is often referred to as travel hepatitis. This is due to the fact that many sufferers catch the infection while traveling to countries with poor hygienic conditions. These include, above all, subtropical and tropical regions such as southern and southeastern Europe, … Hepatitis A: Symptoms, Transmission, Treatment
What is hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is one of the most common liver inflammations caused by viruses (viral hepatitis) worldwide. Most of those affected become infected with the hepatitis B pathogens during sexual intercourse. The infection is acute or chronic. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around 296 million people worldwide were chronically infected … Hepatitis B: Symptoms, Transmission, Course
Avian flu: Description Bird flu is actually a general term used by experts to describe an animal disease caused by avian influenza viruses. It is also known as avian influenza or bird flu and usually affects chickens, turkeys and ducks, but also wild birds that introduce it into fattening farms. Avian influenza is caused by … Avian flu: Causes, transmission, therapy
What is Hepatitis C? Hepatitis C is a form of liver inflammation caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). The hepatitis C virus is spread worldwide and is mainly transmitted via blood. The acute disease often progresses without pronounced symptoms. However, acute hepatitis C often progresses to a chronic form. A hepatitis C infection is … Hepatitis C: Symptoms, Transmission, Therapy
Mutations are normal The emergence of new viral variants is nothing unusual: viruses – including the Sars-CoV-2 pathogen – repeatedly change their genetic material at random during replication. Most of these mutations are meaningless. Some, however, are advantageous for the virus and become established. In this way, viruses are able to adapt quickly to the … Coronavirus mutations
Brief overview Description: Fungal skin disease of the feet, usually caused by filamentous fungi. Symptoms: Itching, skin scaling, sometimes blistering and oozing. Trigger: warm and humid environment, weakened immune system, damaged acid mantle of the skin Treatment: antifungal agents (antimycotics) used either externally (creams, ointments, etc.) or internally (tablets) Contact: dermatologist or specialist for foot … Athlete’s Foot: Symptoms, Transmission, Therapy
What is hepatitis E? Hepatitis E is an inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis E virus (HEV). It often runs without symptoms (asymptomatic) and then often remains undetected. If symptoms occur, they are usually mild and subside on their own. More rarely, severe courses occur with the risk of acute and fatal liver … Hepatitis E: Symptoms, Transmission, Prevention
Because symptoms are often very uncharacteristic, the suspicion of hepatitis C infection is often made by chance during a blood test based on abnormal liver values. Various tests may be performed for further clarification: With the help of the so-called ELISA test, antibodies against the hepatitis C virus can be detected 3 months after infection. … Hepatitis C: Diagnosis
Hepatitis C is a viral infection of the liver that is common worldwide. About 3 percent of the world’s population is infected, and about 800,000 people in Germany. The disease is chronic in 80 percent of cases and can then lead to severe liver damage, such as cirrhosis (shrunken liver) or liver cancer. Transmission of … Hepatitis C: Dangerous When it Becomes Chronic
Urinary tract infections are one of the more common inflammations, especially among women. They can be caused by bacteria and are therefore in principle contagious. However, how likely it is that an infection can occur is to be clarified in more detail here. Can I get infected by a urinary tract infection? This infection can … How contagious is a urinary tract infection?