Pneumococcal Pharyngitis
Pneumococcal pharyngitis refers to a bacterial infection of the pharynx caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. Although this pathogen is more commonly associated with pneumonia, sinusitis, and…
Pneumococcal Meningitis
Pneumococcal meningitis is a life-threatening bacterial infection of the membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, this condition is a…
Pneumococcal Infection Prevention in Sickle Cell Disease
Pneumococcal Infection Prevention in Sickle Cell Disease: Sickle cell disease (SCD) significantly increases vulnerability to pneumococcal infections, particularly invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) such as bacteremia,…
Pneumococcal Infection
Pneumococcal infection is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, a gram-positive bacterium that can lead to a broad range of illnesses, ranging from mild respiratory conditions to…
Pneumococcal Acute Otitis Media
Pneumococcal acute otitis media (AOM) is a common and potentially severe infection of the middle ear, primarily caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. It is especially prevalent…
Malignant Pleural Effusion
Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) is a serious oncologic condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of cancer-related fluid in the pleural cavity. This condition typically indicates…
Pleural Empyema
Pleural empyema, also referred to as empyema thoracis, is the accumulation of pus within the pleural cavity—the space between the lung and the chest wall—typically…
Platysma Bands
Platysma bands are vertical lines or cords that become prominent in the neck region with age. These visible structures are due to the contraction, separation,…
Plasmodium Vivax Malaria Prevention
Plasmodium vivax, a protozoan parasite, presents unique challenges in malaria prevention due to its ability to form hypnozoites—dormant liver-stage parasites capable of causing relapses. These…
Plasmodium Vivax Malaria
Plasmodium vivax is one of the five protozoan species that cause malaria in humans. Unlike the often-deadly Plasmodium falciparum, P. vivax malaria is generally less…
