Mycosis Fungoides
Mycosis fungoides (MF) is a rare type of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma that primarily affects the skin. It is classified as a cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL), where…
Mycoplasmal Pneumonia
Mycoplasmal pneumonia, often referred to as "walking pneumonia," is a mild yet persistent respiratory infection caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Unlike typical bacterial pneumonia, this condition…
Mycoplasma hominis and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Mycoplasma hominis is a facultative anaerobic bacterium commonly found in the urogenital tract. While often asymptomatic, it can contribute to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), a…
Mycobacteriosis
Mycobacteriosis refers to infections caused by non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), a diverse group of bacteria found in soil, water, and dust. Unlike Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes…
Myasthenia Gravis
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disorder that leads to varying degrees of skeletal muscle weakness. This condition occurs when communication between nerves…
Murine Typhus
Murine typhus, also known as endemic typhus or flea-borne typhus, is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Rickettsia typhi. This bacterial infection primarily spreads…
Mumps Vaccination
Mumps is a contagious viral infection that primarily affects the salivary glands. The introduction of the mumps vaccine has significantly reduced its prevalence worldwide. This…
Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS), including the brain and spinal cord. It occurs when the…
Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma is a type of blood cancer that affects plasma cells, a key component of the immune system found in the bone marrow. These…
Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN)
Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN) is a rare, chronic neurological disorder that affects the peripheral nerves, leading to progressive muscle weakness without sensory loss. MMN is…