Disease & Condition

Alkhurma Hemorrhagic Fever Causes Symptoms and Treatment

What Is Alkhurma Hemorrhagic Fever Alkhurma hemorrhagic fever (AHF) is a viral hemorrhagic fever primarily reported in Saudi Arabia, with some cases also documented in neighboring regions. The disease is caused by the Alkhurma virus, a member of the Flavivirus family, which also includes viruses responsible for dengue and yellow […]

Zika Virus Infection Symptoms Causes and Treatment

What Is Zika Virus Infection Overview Zika virus infection is caused by a virus transmitted primarily by Aedes mosquitoes, which bite during the day. Symptoms are generally mild and include fever, rash, conjunctivitis, and joint pain. However, the Zika virus can cause severe complications, particularly in pregnant women, such as […]

Neonatal Sepsis Causes Symptoms and Treatment

What Is Neonatal Sepsis Neonatal sepsis is a severe medical condition that affects newborns, typically occurring within the first 28 days of life (neonatal period). This condition is characterized by a systemic infection that can rapidly become life-threatening. Neonatal sepsis stems from the presence of bacterial, viral, or fungal pathogens […]

Lassa Fever Causes Symptoms and Treatment

What Is Lassa Fever Understanding the Viral Hemorrhagic Fever Lassa fever is a type of viral hemorrhagic fever caused by the Lassa virus which is a member of the arenavirus family. The disease was first identified in 1969 in the town of Lassa in Borno State Nigeria after which it […]

COVID-19-Related Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children MIS-C Symptoms Causes and Treatment

Overview of MIS-C COVID-19-Related Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) is a severe health condition that has emerged during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Linked to the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 this syndrome primarily affects children and adolescents. MIS-C causes various body parts to become severely inflamed including the heart lungs kidneys brain […]

Human Metapneumovirus HMPV Symptoms Causes and Treatment

What Is Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)? Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus first identified in 2001. It is similar to the common respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and is known for causing respiratory infections in individuals of all ages particularly in children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. The virus generally follows […]