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Bacterial diseases (32 contents)
Vaginosis - causes, symptoms, treatment
Vaginosis, or bacterial vaginitis, is an infectious condition. Other names by which the disease is known are gardenella vaginalis and BV. This bacterial condition is caused by a proliferation of...
Chlamydia trachomatis - causes, symptoms, treatment
Chlamydia trachomatis infections are a common cause of inflammation of the reproductive organs, which can lead to infertility or pregnancy complications. This article provides basic information on...
Chlamydia trachomatis - causes, symptoms, treatment
Chlamydia trachomatis infections are a common cause of inflammation of the reproductive organs, which can lead to infertility or pregnancy complications. This article provides basic information on...
Bacteriological contamination of food in restaurants, or how not to spoil your holiday
The authors of the publication cited above selected 35 restaurants recommended as worthy of a visit by two major Bangkok guidebooks. A total of 70 samples of various dishes were taken at these...
Bacteriological contamination of food in restaurants, or how not to spoil your holiday
The authors of the publication cited above selected 35 restaurants recommended as worthy of a visit by two major Bangkok guidebooks. A total of 70 samples of various dishes were taken at these...
Does a history of otitis media in parents increase the risk of the disease in the child?
This publication assesses the incidence of recurrent otitis media in children according to the previous history of the disease in the child's parents.
Pneumococcus - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Pneumococci (Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria) are particularly dangerous for people in so-called risk groups.
Sepsis - causes, symptoms, prevention
A comprehensive text answering the most important and frequently asked questions about sepsis. Indications for vaccination and prophylactic medication are highlighted.
Pneumococcus - who is a carrier
Pneumococcus, or Streptococcus pneumoniae, is a bacterium frequently found in the respiratory tract of children. In healthy children, it is considered part of the normal flora of the respiratory...
Pneumococcus - should I vaccinate my child?
Pneumococcus, or Streptococcus pneumoniae, is a bacterium that colonises the respiratory tract of many children. In favourable circumstances, it can cause what is known as invasive disease, a...
Pneumococcus - what increases the risk of illness?
Streptococcus pneumoniae is a bacterium commonly referred to as pneumococcus. It colonises the respiratory tract of many children. In favourable circumstances, it can cause what is known as...
Pneumococci - whether to vaccinate children over 2 years of age
Pneumococci (Streptococcus pneumoniae), are bacteria that cause serious infections in children, such as meningitis, septicaemia and pneumonia.
Pneumococcus - vaccination at two years of age
A modern, conjugated pneumococcal (Streptococcus pneumoniae) vaccine is now available in our country, with documented efficacy in children as young as two months of age.
Enlarged lymph nodes in the neck
The neck is an area where the lymph nodes very often become enlarged. The most common cause of lymphadenopathy (enlargement of lymph nodes) in this area is primarily inflammatory processes.
Cat claw disease - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Cat's claw disease is an infectious disease caused by a very small, Gram-negative bacterium that can be carried by a cat. Hence, the infection most often appears as the aftermath of a scratch or bite...
Pinworms - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
The human pinworm is a parasite of the large intestine and is only found in humans. The pinworm is easily transmitted by food or inhalation, through dirty hands, contaminated food or dust.
PTG recommendations on sexually transmitted infections in obstetrics and gynaecology
We present the recommendations of the Polish Gynaecological Society on sexually transmitted infections in obstetrics and gynaecology. The recommendations developed are intended to facilitate the...
PTG recommendations on sexually transmitted infections in obstetrics and gynaecology
We present the recommendations of the Polish Gynaecological Society on sexually transmitted infections in obstetrics and gynaecology. The recommendations developed are intended to facilitate the...
Zanoccosis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Zanoccosis (Latin name paronychia) is a purulent inflammation of the nail shaft of the fingers.
Staphylococcus aureus - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Staphylococci are bacteria classified as Gram-positive granulomas. Their name comes from the appearance of the bacterial cells, which are spherical and arranged in irregular clusters resembling wine...
Haemophilus influenzae in a throat or nasal swab - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Haemophilus influenzae is a bacterium frequently found in the upper respiratory tract. It belongs to the so-called Gram-negative bacteria. Six serological types of this bacterium are known,...
