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Typhus fever is an infection caused by a group of bacteria known as Rickettsia. It is spread to humans mainly through lice, fleas, or mites.
What is Typhoid Fever? Typhoid fever, also called enteric fever, is a bacterial infection that causes fever and stomach problems. It spreads mainly through food
What is Neonatal Tetanus? Neonatal tetanus is a dangerous infection that affects newborn babies. It happens when harmful bacteria enter the baby’s umbilical cord through
What is it?Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that causes painful muscle spasms or twitching. It usually starts about 7 to 10 days after bacteria
What happens first (in emergency): You can ask your own question to a licensed healthcare provider here for free. It may take up to 7 days to
What is Neonatal Septicaemia?Neonatal septicaemia is a bloodstream infection occurring in newborn babies. The bacteria that cause it are similar to those causing neonatal pneumonia
What is Septicaemia?Septicaemia is a serious bloodstream infection caused by various bacteria and sometimes fungi. It can arise from infections in different parts of the
What is Plague?Plague is a severe bacterial infection caused by Yersinia pestis, a coccobacillus. It is transmitted mainly through bites from fleas that live on
What is TB Meningitis?TB meningitis is an infection of the membranes covering the brain caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The disease often begins gradually and can
What is Cryptococcal Meningitis?Cryptococcal meningitis is a fungal infection of the membranes covering the brain caused by Cryptococcus neoformans. It usually affects people with severe
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