Abscess
... . This allows the pus to escape, and the
infection to heal. An abscess is a pus -filled sore, usually caused by a bacterial
infection . The pus is made up of both live and dead ... cells that were carried to the area to fight the
infection . Abscess es When an ...
Abdominal ultrasound
... elevated white blood cell count, indicating
infection . Abdominal ultrasound Abdominal CT scan ... Gallbladder radionuclide scan A CBC shows
infection by an elevated white blood cell count. ... gall bladder radionuclide scan A CBC shows
infection by an elevated white blood cell count ... ...
Abrasion
... or abrasion , causing a skin ( cutaneous )
infection at the site. Cutaneous anthrax , as this
infection is called, is the mildest and most common form ... against bacteria and secondary fungal
infection s should be used. Superficial cornea l ...
Acne
... and the buildup of sebum, which may lead to
infection and inflammation . Acne is caused by inflammation or
infection of the oil glands in the skin and at the ... of acne which results from the bacterial
infection of cysts deep within the skin . Generally ...
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
... the host 's immune system resulting from
infection with human immuno deficiency virus ( HIV ). [ ... symptoms and illnesses that can happen when HIV
infection significantly depletes the body's immune ... ( AIDS ): The most severe manifestation of
infection with HIV . The CDC lists numerous opportunistic ...
Actinomycosis
... chronic suppurative
infection that occurs around the face and neck. Actinomycosis is a relatively rare
infection occurring in one out of 300,000(1/300,000) ... lung nodules , and pleural effusion s. The
infection can cross the normal tissue boundaries of the ...
Acute bronchitis
... called the bronchi . It is usually caused by an
infection . Symptomsof acute bronchitis may last several ... generally follows a viral respiratory
infection , initially affecting your nose, sinus es, and ... may get what is called a secondary bacterial
infection . ...
Acute
... called the bronchi . It is usually caused by an
infection . Symptomsof acute bronchitis may last ... Acute lymphangitis is a bacterial
infection in the lymph atic vessels which is ... in the Far East. acute , generalized
infection caused by Salmonella typhi. The main sources ...
Acute HIV infection
... Acute HIV
infection Definition: Acute HIV
infection is caused by the human immuno deficiency virus ... destroys the immune system . Acute HIV
infection can resemble infectious mononucleosis or other ...
Adenitis
... . It is often a complication of a bacterial
infection of a wound, although it can also be caused by ... may occur secondary to a viral or bacterial
infection . [ Med Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask the ... QUINSY SYMPTOMS" Inflammation and possible
infection of the tonsils and the adenoids . If ...
Adenoids
... made of lymph tissue and help to fight off
infection . Largest in childhood and gradually shrink ... adenoids or tonsils Mastoiditis (an
infection of the bones around the skull ) Meningitis (an
infection of the brain) Formation of an abscess or a ...
Adhesion
... way, such as adhesion s of the clitoris .
infection could substantially compromise wound healing and ... s form and there is a high susceptibility to
infection . Without treatment , the soft tissue ... can cause daily or monthly cyclic pain .
infection ; endotendineum; endoteric bacterium; endotheca; ...
Aerobic bacteria
... ... An aerobic bacteria can cause an
infection when a normal barrier (such as skin , gums , ... NECROTIZING FASCITIS - A serious soft tissue
infection generally caused by Group A Streptococci ( ... do animal bites . In addition to bacterial
infection , they may transmit serious infectious diseases ...
Aging
... be a scary diagnosis . Man aging sinus
infection s Credits Email this article Print this article Man aging sinus
infection s You can prevent a stuffy nose from becoming a sinus
infection ( sinusitis ) or help cure a mild ...
AIDS
... . The immune system is then unable to fight
infection and disease s that invade the body. AIDS ... represented a major advance in treating HIV
infection and AIDS . However, these drugs are not ... pneumonia candidiasis cytomegalovirus
infection toxoplasmosis cryptosporidium entero ...
Airway
... to clear mucus and increases the risk of lung
infection s. As a result, you are more likely to get lung
infection s such as acute bronchitis and pneumonia . ... , lung or esophageal cancer , emphysema ,
infection or a foreign body in the airway . Treatment ...
Alpha
... in the second trimester Untreated disease or
infection (such as urinary tract
infection or
infection of the amniotic membrane s) Abnormalities of ...
Ammonia
... the diaper region, with or without secondary
infection by fungus or bacteria . Redness, tenderness, ... oxygen , which itself can injure the lungs .
infection by a virus or bacterium, or sepsis , a widespread
infection that gets into the blood . Struvite stones - ...
Anaerobic
... NECROTIZING FASCITIS - A serious soft tissue
infection generally caused by Group A Streptococci ( ... do animal bites . In addition to bacterial
infection , they may transmit serious infectious diseases ... and hepatitis . Necrotizing subcutaneous
infection or fasciitis can be caused by a variety of ...
Anaerobic bacteria
... oxygen . Anaerobic bacteria can cause an
infection when a normal barrier (such as skin , gums , ... NECROTIZING FASCITIS - A serious soft tissue
infection generally caused by Group A Streptococci ( ... do animal bites . In addition to bacterial
infection , they may transmit serious infectious diseases ...
Animal bites
... Cat bites , however, are more likely to cause
infection . Bites from nonimmunized domestic animals and ... the ages of 5 and 14. Animal Bites and
infection , HealthNews, onHealth from the publishers of The ... cats, but cat bites are more likely to cause
infection . Dog bites usually have a ragged, torn ...
Antibiotic
... isms ( bacteria ). Used to combat disease and
infection . Antibiotic s are used to treat illnesses ... cases, antibiotic s may be given to prevent
infection . When are antibiotic s not needed? Almost ... even if a dipstick urine test does not show
infection . Antibiotic s Tetracycline is an oral ...
Antibiotics
... cases, antibiotics may be given to prevent
infection . When are antibiotics not needed? ORAL ... or liquid in the treatment of a bacterial
infection . [ Med Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask the ... ? antibiotics (to treat an underlying
infection ) surgical intervention (for symptomatic ...
Antibody
... so important to a successful resistance to
infection , is also greatly increased after sunbathing. ... Antibody deposits resulting from a bacterial
infection (or, more rarely, a viral
infection ) elsewhere in the body. Most cases of this type ...
Antigen
... in the numbers of cells. Hepatitis A
infection : A positive antigen test (called an HAV or ... mean you currently have an acute hepatitis A
infection . Our lab is engaged in the study of molecular ... s (i.e., antibodies that fight the fungal
infection ). ...
Appendix
... or rupture ) Reproductive organ s (In women,
infection or injury of ovaries, uterus , or vagina ... problems. IF THE APPENDIX RUPTURE S, the
infection will spill into the abdominal cavity , causing ... cavity . Peritonitis or a generalized
infection in the abdomen will occur. [57] Most ...
Appendicitis
... of the colon . Appendicitis usually involves
infection of the appendix by bacteria that invade it ... is an irritation, inflammation , and
infection of the appendix (a narrow, hollow tube that ... or rupture ) Reproductive organ s (In women,
infection or injury of ovaries, uterus , or vagina ...
Aspergillosis
... Aspergillosis is primarily an
infection of the lungs caused by the inhalation of ... invasive aspergillosis and serious fungal
infection s caused by Scedosporium apiospermum (asexual ... by a number of problems including bacterial
infection , a chronic skin disorder ( eczema or ...
AST
... is a very sensitive of a recent streptococcal
infection . [ Med Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask the ... referred to as candida l vaginitis , monilial
infection , or vaginal ye ast
infection , is a common cause of vagina l irritation. ...
Asymptomatic
... Asymptomatic HIV
infection Definition: Asymptomatic HIV
infection is a phase during chronic
infection with HIV (human immuno deficiency virus ) ...
Asymptomatic HIV infection
... Asymptomatic HIV
infection Definition: Asymptomatic HIV
infection is a phase during chronic
infection with HIV (human immuno deficiency virus ) ...
Atypical pneumonia
... which can cause this form of respiratory
infection .. Atypical pneumonia Definition: Atypical ... health authorities. Atypical Myco bacterial
infection Atypical Pneumonia Aural Polyp s Auricular ... cause(s) of SARS and to develop guidelines for
infection control. SARS has been described as an " ...
Bacillus anthracis
... ( Thoracic Spine X-Ray ) ... ANTHRAX -
infection with Bacillus anthracis transmitted from ... biological weapon. Anthrax is a bacterial
infection caused by the organ ism bacillus anthracis . ... bacteria called Bacillus anthracis .
infection in humans most often involves the skin , the ...
B virus
... B virus Symptoms: Often there are none.
infection can lead to inflammation of the liver and ... Hepatitis B virus (HBV) causes a liver
infection that can lead to serious complications, ... EBV; EB virus ; EC; ... Hepatitis B
infection : A positive antigen test (called an HbsAg or ...
Back Pain
... including the low back osteomyelitis , or bone
infection ... BACK PAIN , PELVIC VEIN : IT MAY RHYME ... in the pelvis or elsewhere include: Bladder
infection Kidney stone Endometriosis Ovarian cancer ... may cause low back pain while a kidney
infection may cause ... MRI scan of the spine may be ...
Bacteria
... l Pneumonia Overview Pneumonia is an
infection of the lungs . People with pneumonia usually ... l meningitis (men-in-JIE-tis) is a serious
infection of the tissue s around the brain and spinal ... and annoyance of a localized vagina l
infection . Bacteria l endocarditis is an ...
Bacterial
... Pneumonia Overview Pneumonia is an
infection of the lungs . People with pneumonia usually ... or Viral Abscess es Stem From Bacterial
infection Study Unravels Inner Working of Bacteria ... meningitis (men-in-JIE-tis) is a serious
infection of the tissue s around the brain and spinal ...
Bacterial Infections
... occur in Legionnaire disease or myco plasma
infection . Bacterial meningitis may cause similar ... such as bronchitis or otitis (middle ear
infection ). Common cold s and the flu do not, be ... the symptoms and eliminating the underlying
infection . Some insect bites can cause bacterial ...
Bacteriuria
... in pregnant women, as many as 25% develop kidney
infection ( pyelonephritis ), which in turn increases the ... ) Asymptomatic Bacteriuria Asymptomatic HIV
infection At Risk for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome ( Fetal ... is the presence of symptoms of a urinary tract
infection even though very few or no bacteria are found ...
Bad breath
... infections may produce oozing sores. Throat
infection . An extremely sore throat , bad breath , a bad ... mouth, fever , and a sense of choking . Lung
infection . Difficulty swallowing, bad breath , or ... may also be indicative of lung or sinus
infection , uremia , or cirrhosis of the liver . The ...