Multibacillary Leprosy
Multibacillary (MB) leprosy is a severe form of Hansen’s disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae, a slow-growing bacterium that primarily affects the skin, peripheral nerves, and…
Mucormycosis
Mucormycosis, commonly known as black fungus, is a severe and often fatal fungal infection caused by fungi from the Mucorales order. It primarily affects individuals…
Mucopolysaccharidosis Type VII (Sly Syndrome)
Mucopolysaccharidosis type VII (MPS VII), also known as Sly syndrome, is a rare lysosomal storage disorder caused by a deficiency of the β-glucuronidase (GUSB) enzyme.…
Mucopolysaccharidosis Type IV-A (Morquio A Syndrome)
Mucopolysaccharidosis type IV-A (MPS IV-A), also known as Morquio A syndrome, is a rare lysosomal storage disorder caused by a deficiency of the enzyme N-acetylgalactosamine-6-sulfatase…
Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II (MPS II)
Mucopolysaccharidosis type II (MPS II), also known as Hunter syndrome, is a rare X-linked lysosomal storage disorder caused by a deficiency in the enzyme iduronate-2-sulfatase…
Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I (MPS I)
Mucopolysaccharidosis type I (MPS I) is a rare genetic disorder caused by a deficiency of the enzyme alpha-L-iduronidase. This deficiency leads to the accumulation of…
Mucocutaneous Herpes Simplex
Mucocutaneous herpes simplex is a condition caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which affects the skin and mucous membranes, including areas such as the…
Mucocutaneous Candidiasis
Mucocutaneous candidiasis refers to a fungal infection caused by the overgrowth of Candida species, primarily Candida albicans, on mucous membranes and the skin. This condition…
Muckle-Wells Syndrome
Muckle-Wells syndrome (MWS) is a rare, inherited genetic condition that primarily affects the immune system. It is classified as a type of autoinflammatory disorder, causing…
Mpox Vaccination
The emergence of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) as a global health concern has led to heightened awareness about the importance of vaccination. In recent…
