Babesiosis
Babesiosis is a parasitic infection caused by protozoa of the genus Babesia. This tick-borne disease predominantly affects red blood cells and poses significant health risks,…
B. fragilis Infection
Overview of B. fragilis Infection Bacteroides fragilis, a Gram-negative anaerobic bacterium, is an essential component of the human gut microbiota. While it generally maintains a…
B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) is a rapidly progressing form of leukemia, characterized by the malignant transformation of B-lymphocytes. It primarily affects children, although adults…
Active Tuberculosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health challenge, particularly in its active form, which is highly infectious and potentially life-threatening. Understanding active tuberculosis, its symptoms,…
Active Lupus Nephritis
Lupus nephritis is a severe manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), characterized by inflammation of the kidneys. Active lupus nephritis demands timely diagnosis and management…
Activated Phosphoinositide 3-Kinase Delta Syndrome (APDS)
Activated Phosphoinositide 3-Kinase Delta Syndrome (APDS) is a rare primary immunodeficiency caused by genetic mutations in the PIK3CD or PIK3R1 genes, which regulate the phosphoinositide…
Actinomycotic Mycetoma
Actinomycotic mycetoma is a chronic, progressive infection caused by actinomycetes, a group of filamentous bacteria. It primarily affects the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and occasionally deeper…
