Whipple’s Disease
Whipple’s disease is a rare, systemic infectious disease caused by the bacterium Tropheryma whipplei. Primarily affecting the small intestine, it leads to malabsorption, but the…
Neisseria gonorrhoeae Pelvic Cellulitis
Neisseria gonorrhoeae pelvic cellulitis is a rare but serious bacterial infection affecting the pelvic tissues, often resulting from untreated or complicated gonorrhea. This condition can…
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…
Louse-Borne Typhus: Causes, Symptoms
Louse-borne typhus, also known as epidemic typhus, is a severe bacterial infection caused by Rickettsia prowazekii. This disease is transmitted to humans through the bite…
Klebsiella Infection: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis
Klebsiella infections are a growing global concern due to their increasing antibiotic resistance. Klebsiella pneumoniae, the most common species in this genus, is responsible for…
Intra-Abdominal Peptococcus Abscess
An intra-abdominal Peptococcus abscess is a localized collection of pus caused by an infection with Peptococcus bacteria, a genus of anaerobic, Gram-positive cocci. While Peptococcus…
Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Infections are caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites that invade the body, resulting in illness or disease. These pathogens can spread…
Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (Hib) Infection
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a serious bacterial infection that primarily affects infants and young children. While it is distinct from influenza viruses, it…
Gas Gangrene Caused by Clostridium perfringens
Gas gangrene, also known as clostridial myonecrosis, is a severe and potentially fatal bacterial infection primarily caused by Clostridium perfringens. This anaerobic, spore-forming bacterium rapidly…
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Disseminated gonococcal infection
Disseminated gonococcal infection (DGI) is a severe form of gonorrhea that occurs when Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacterium responsible for gonorrhea, spreads beyond the genital area…