merkel cell carcinoma

Merkel Cell Carcinoma

Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) is a rare but aggressive type of skin cancer that originates from Merkel cells, which are found in the epidermis and…
meningoencephalitis due to naegleria

Meningoencephalitis Due to Naegleria

Meningoencephalitis due to Naegleria fowleri is a rare and often fatal brain infection known as Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM). Naegleria fowleri is a free-living amoeba…
meningococcemia

Meningococcemia

Meningococcemia is a life-threatening bloodstream infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis, a bacterium responsible for meningococcal disease. It can lead to severe complications, including sepsis, organ…
meningococcal vaccination

Meningococcal Vaccination

Meningococcal vaccination plays a crucial role in preventing meningococcal disease, a severe bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis. This condition can lead to meningitis (inflammation…
meningococcal meningitis

Meningococcal Meningitis

Meningococcal meningitis is a severe bacterial infection that affects the meninges, the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Caused by Neisseria meningitidis, this…
meningococcal carrier

Meningococcal Carrier

A meningococcal carrier is an individual who harbors Neisseria meningitidis in their nasopharynx without displaying symptoms of meningococcal disease. These carriers play a crucial role…
meningitis due to anthrax

Meningitis Due to Anthrax

Meningitis due to anthrax is a rare but severe form of bacterial meningitis caused by Bacillus anthracis, the bacterium responsible for anthrax. It primarily affects…
meningitis

Meningitis

Meningitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, known as the meninges. The condition can…
meniere's disease

Ménière’s Disease

Ménière's disease is a chronic disorder of the inner ear that affects balance and hearing. Characterized by vertigo, tinnitus, and fluctuating hearing loss, it significantly…
melioidosis

Melioidosis

Melioidosis is a potentially fatal infectious disease caused by the bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei. It primarily affects individuals in tropical and subtropical regions, with a high…