Infectious Diseases
15 conditions
Dengue Fever
A mosquito-borne viral infection causing high fever, severe headache, and body pain.
Tinea Capitis (Scalp Ringworm)
A fungal infection of the scalp causing patchy hair loss and scaling.
Mononucleosis (Mono) / Epstein-Barr Virus
Viral infection causing severe fatigue, sore throat, and swollen glands.
Lyme Disease
Tick-borne bacterial infection causing fatigue, joint pain, and neurological symptoms.
Malaria
A life-threatening mosquito-borne disease caused by Plasmodium parasites that infect red blood cells, causing fever, chills, and flu-like symptoms.
Tuberculosis (TB)
A serious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis that primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other organs, transmitted through airborne droplets.
HIV/AIDS
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) attacks the immune system, specifically CD4 cells. Without treatment, it progresses to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome), leaving the body vulnerable to opportunistic infections.
Hepatitis B
A serious liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV) that can become chronic, leading to liver cirrhosis, liver failure, or liver cancer. It is preventable with a safe and effective vaccine.
Meningitis
A serious infection causing inflammation of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Bacterial meningitis is a medical emergency that can be fatal within hours.
Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
A painful, blistering rash caused by reactivation of the chickenpox virus (varicella-zoster), typically appearing in a band on one side of the body.
Chickenpox (Varicella)
A highly contagious viral infection causing an itchy, blister-like rash. Before routine vaccination, it was a common childhood illness; now largely preventable.
Measles (Rubeola)
A highly contagious viral disease characterized by fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a distinctive red rash. Preventable by vaccination but can cause serious complications.
Sepsis
A life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when the body's response to infection damages its own tissues, potentially leading to organ failure and death.
Nipah Virus Infection
A rare but deadly zoonotic virus that causes severe encephalitis (brain swelling) and respiratory illness, transmitted from fruit bats to humans, with a fatality rate of 40-75%.
Mononucleosis (Mono)
A contagious viral infection commonly called "mono" or the "kissing disease," causing extreme fatigue, sore throat, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. Most common in teenagers and young adults.
Other Categories
Note: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and should not be used for self-diagnosis or self-treatment. Always consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.