Bejel
Bejel, a rare infectious disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum subspecies endemicum, is often overlooked in medical literature due to its rarity. This chronic…
Balantidiasis
Balantidiasis is a zoonotic intestinal infection caused by Balantidium coli, a protozoan parasite. As the largest ciliated protozoan affecting humans, it presents significant health risks,…
Bacteroides septicemia
Bacteroides septicemia, a severe bloodstream infection caused by Bacteroides species, presents significant challenges in clinical settings due to its high morbidity and mortality rates. Understanding…
Bacteroides septic abortion
Septic abortion is a severe complication resulting from uterine infection following an abortion, either spontaneous or induced. Among the numerous pathogens responsible, Bacteroides species—a group…
Bacteroides Pneumonia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Bacteroides pneumonia is a rare but significant respiratory condition caused by the Bacteroides genus of anaerobic bacteria. These bacteria, typically found in the human gut,…
Bacteroides peritonitis
Bacteroides peritonitis is a severe intra-abdominal infection caused by bacteria of the genus Bacteroides. These anaerobic bacteria, particularly Bacteroides fragilis, are part of the normal…
Bacteroides pelvic cellulitis
Bacteroides pelvic cellulitis is a severe bacterial infection that affects the pelvic region, often resulting from the proliferation of Bacteroides species, a group of anaerobic…