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Mononucleosis | Epstein-Barr virus | mono | kissing disease

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  Infectious mononucleosis is generally called kissing disease. The Epstein-Barr virus causes mononucleosis which can be spread through saliva. You can get the infection through kissing but you can also get infection through sharing a glass or food utensils with someone who is infected. Mononucleosis is not a contagious disease like some infections like the common cold. If you're a teen or young adult, you are more likely to get the mono infection with all the signs and symptoms. Usually, young children will have few of the symptoms and the mono infection will go undiagnosed. If you are infected with mononucleosis, it is important to carefully watch your complications like enlarged spleen. And mostly rest and intake of fluids are the key facts for recovery. Causes of mononucleosis (mono) Most cases of mononucleosis are caused by the Epstein-Barr virus.Other kind of viruses and some infections might bring the illness. Symptoms can develop due to : Adenovirus. Cytomegalovirus (CMV). ...

Monkeypox | Mpox Virus | Zoonotic viral disease

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  Monkeypox, shortly called Mpox, is a rare disease which is similar to smallpox that can be caused by a virus. Usually, this virus is mostly found in areas of Africa but it can also be seen in other parts of the world. This disease usually causes flu-like symptoms like fever and chills, and a rash that usually takes weeks to cure. No proven treatment for Monkeypox but it cures on its own. Like the known virus which causes smallpox, it comes under the family of genus Orthopoxvirus. Monkeypox can spread through having close contact with someone who is infected. You can also get the Mpox virus from an infected animal. Generally, there are two known types of mpox virus: One is originated in Central Africa (Clade I) and another one is originated in West Africa (Clade II). In the year from 2022 to 2023, recent outbreaks in these years are caused by Clade IIb which is the subtype of very less severe West African clade among all other clades. Symptoms of mpox Generally, symptoms of Monkey...

Cat Scratch disease | Cat scratch fever | CSD

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Cat scratch fever or Cat scratch disease is generally described as bacterial infection which is very uncommon and you can get it from a cat scratch or bite. Fleas infest cats with the bacteria called B. henselae that can cause cat scratch disease. Symptoms like rash or bumps on your skin and swollen lymph nodes and fever. In a few weeks to months, Cat scratch disease usually goes away on its own. Generally, Cat scratch fever or disease simply called as CSD is an illness that can be caused by the Bartonella henselae bacteria. This bacteria causes swollen lymph nodes, bumps on your skin like papules and fever. Bartonella henselae will affect you if a cat bites or scratches you or licks on an open wound you have. People who are around cats are at high risk for getting cat scratch disease but it is more common in children who are under 15 years. If you have HIV or weakened immune system, you are at greatest risk for severe complications of this disease. Cat scratch disease has two signs th...