Prevention of Mycobacterium Avium Complex Disease
Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) refers to a group of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), including Mycobacterium avium and Mycobacterium intracellulare. These organisms are commonly found in the…
Prevention of Muscle Cramps Associated with Heat Exhaustion
Muscle cramps linked to heat exhaustion, commonly referred to as heat cramps, are painful, involuntary muscle spasms occurring during or after intense physical activity in…
Prevention of Meningococcal Meningitis
Meningococcal meningitis is a severe bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis, which inflames the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Despite advancements in…
Prevention of Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis
Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA) is a life-threatening fungal infection predominantly affecting immunocompromised individuals, particularly those with hematologic malignancies, prolonged neutropenia, or solid organ transplants. Effective…
Prevention of Haemophilus influenzae Type b
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a significant cause of bacterial meningitis, pneumonia, epiglottitis, and septicemia in young children. Although largely preventable through vaccination, gaps…
Prevention of Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) remains a significant complication following allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). Effective prevention is critical to improving transplant outcomes and minimizing morbidity…
Prevention of Dental Caries
Dental caries, commonly referred to as tooth decay, remains one of the most prevalent chronic diseases globally. As a multifactorial condition involving diet, oral bacteria,…
Prevention of Cytomegalovirus Disease
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a widespread herpesvirus with the potential to cause severe disease in immunocompromised individuals, including organ transplant recipients, HIV-infected patients, and newborns infected…
Prevention of CMV Disease in Advanced HIV Patients
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a critical opportunistic infection in individuals with advanced HIV infection, particularly those with CD4 counts below 50 cells/µL. CMV primarily manifests as…
Prevention of Cidofovir-Induced Nephrotoxicity
Cidofovir, a nucleotide analog with broad-spectrum antiviral activity, is a potent agent used in the treatment of cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis and other DNA virus infections,…