Diverticulitis is a condition that affects the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, specifically the colon. It arises when small pouches, called diverticula, that form in the walls…
Disseminated tuberculosis (TB) is a severe and widespread form of tuberculosis that can affect multiple organs and systems in the body. Unlike pulmonary tuberculosis, which…
Disseminated neonatal herpes simplex infection is a severe viral condition affecting newborns, primarily caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It represents a significant challenge…
Disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infection is a serious health concern that predominantly affects individuals with compromised immune systems. This condition, caused by non-tuberculous mycobacteria…
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) is a serious medical condition characterized by widespread activation of the clotting cascade, leading to both clot formation and bleeding. This…
Histoplasmosis, caused by Histoplasma capsulatum, is a fungal infection that primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other organs, leading to a more severe,…
Disseminated coccidioidomycosis is a severe, systemic fungal infection caused by Coccidioides species, primarily Coccidioides immitis and Coccidioides posadasii. Endemic to arid regions of the southwestern…