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What's a 'quademic'? What to know about the viruses spiking in Michigan and the nation  Detroit Free Press

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Community-Acquired Pneumonia: Symptoms and Treatment - Verywell Health

There are several ways that you can develop pneumonia ranging from inhaling toxic substances in the workplace to unknowingly being infected by a bacteria in the hospital. Any lung infection acquired outside of the hospital setting is considered community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). Viruses and certain bacteria such as streptococcus pneumoniae (S. pneumoniae), haemophilus influenzae, and atypical bacteria—like chlamydia pneumoniae, mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Legionella species—are among the most common culprits of CAP. This article discusses the symptoms, causes, treatment, and prognosis for community-acquired pneumonia. Mongkol Chuewong / Getty Images Symptoms The clinical presentation of CAP varies wildly depending on the range. For example: Mild pneumonia is characterized by fever and a productive cough. Severe pneumonia is characterized by difficulty breathing and sepsis. Symptoms of CAP often develop quickly and are ac...

Dengue – the Region of the Americas - World Health Organization

Situation at a glance Since the beginning of 2023, dengue outbreaks of significant magnitude have been recorded in the WHO Region of the Americas, with close to three million suspected and confirmed cases of dengue reported so far this year, surpassing the 2.8 million cases of dengue registered for the entire year of 2022. Of the total number of dengue cases reported until 1 July 2023 (2 997 097 cases), 45% were laboratory confirmed, and 0.13% were classified as severe dengue. The highest number of dengue cases to date in 2023 are in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia. Additionally, 1302 deaths were reported in the Region with a Case Fatality Rate (CFR) of 0.04%, in the same period. As part of the implementation of the Integrated Management Strategy for the Prevention and Control of Arboviral Diseases (IMS-Arbovirus), WHO is actively working with the Member States to strengthen healthcare and surveillance capacity. WHO has assessed the risk of dengue as high at the regional level due to the w...

Cellulitis: How long does it take to heal on legs? - Harvard Health

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Dengue – the Region of the Americas - World Health Organization

Situation at a glance Since the beginning of 2023, dengue outbreaks of significant magnitude have been recorded in the WHO Region of the Americas, with close to three million suspected and confirmed cases of dengue reported so far this year, surpassing the 2.8 million cases of dengue registered for the entire year of 2022. Of the total number of dengue cases reported until 1 July 2023 (2 997 097 cases), 45% were laboratory confirmed, and 0.13% were classified as severe dengue. The highest number of dengue cases to date in 2023 are in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia. Additionally, 1302 deaths were reported in the Region with a Case Fatality Rate (CFR) of 0.04%, in the same period. As part of the implementation of the Integrated Management Strategy for the Prevention and Control of Arboviral Diseases (IMS-Arbovirus), WHO is actively working with the Member States to strengthen healthcare and surveillance capacity. WHO has assessed the risk of dengue as high at the regional level due to the w...

Thick, Sticky Mucus: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment - Verywell Health

Thick, sticky mucus or phlegm , also known as catarrh , is a symptom that often results from infection in the nasal passages, sinuses, lower airways, or lungs. It may be associated with a wide range of conditions (not limited to infection), including the common cold, asthma , sinusitis , pneumonia , and cystic fibrosis . Commonly associated symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath, and fatigue, based on the cause. This article will discuss the symptom of thick, sticky mucus, common causes, when to see a healthcare provider, diagnosis, and treatment. Brothers91 / Getty Images Symptoms of Thick, Sticky Mucus In the presence of an infection, allergen, or irritant, your body may make larger amounts of mucus to help trap foreign invaders. But high amounts of mucus can clog the airways in your nose, throat, lungs, and sinuses, making breathing difficult. It can also cause you to cough, a common symptom of thick, sticky mucus. If you have an...

Throat Clearing? Could be a Sign of Something Serious - University of Utah Health Care

Each of us has needed to clear our throat at some time or the other—whether we are making a presentation or feeling a tickle in the back of our throat. While not often serious, repetitive throat clearing could indicate other health problems.  Breanne L. Schiffer, MD, MPH, assistant professor in the Department of Otolaryngology (Head and Neck) at University of Utah Health, says that by the time patients visit her office, they often have had an ongoing problem with throat clearing.  "It has somehow become disruptive—whether it's disruptive to the people around them or they get comments about it, or maybe they feel embarrassed by how frequently they are clearing their throat," Schiffer says. Often, a sensation in the back of the throat causes individuals to clear their throat. Some patients that Schiffer sees have had trauma to their throat caused by a surgical or sedation procedure where they were intubated or had a breathing tube in place. For other...

The 5 Best OTC Cold Sore Treatments of 2024 - Health.com

Cold sores are quite common, and many people have a cold sore outbreak a few times a year. Itchy, painful, irritated, and sensitive cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and, less commonly, HSV 2. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 3.7 billion people globally have an HSV-1 infection at a given time, which is the main cause of cold sores. Most cold sores go away within a few weeks without treatment. However, multiple over-the-counter (OTC) ways to treat cold sores can help speed healing without needing to see a healthcare provider. Many people use oral treatments for prevention or treatment, explains Allison K. Truong, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in Beverly Hills, CA. These can reduce symptoms to seven days or prevent the cold sore from forming if you catch it early enough. We surveyed 28 participants to find out which OTC cold sore treatment they tried, how effective it was, and why they liked it. The below over-the-c...

Acute Abdomen Secondary to Granulomatous Appendicitis: A Rare Case of Complicated Appendicitis - Cureus

Acute appendicitis is one of the most common surgical presentations seen in the emergency department, usually presenting as a case of fever, anorexia, and abdominal pain. Curative treatment is an appendectomy with histological examination of the surgical specimen to diagnose the subtypes or causes of appendicitis. One of these subtypes, granulomatous appendicitis, is an uncommon form of appendicitis. This condition can be caused by a multitude of mechanisms, including tuberculosis infections, parasitic infections, fungal infections, mechanical obstruction, or systemic diseases such as Crohn's disease, sarcoidosis, among others. Investigations and management should be tailored according to the histologic findings, and patient follow-up should be advised. Introduction Acute appendicitis is an acute inflammation of the vermiform appendix, most likely occurring due to obstruction of the lumen of the appendix by a fecalith, normal stool, infective agents, or ...

Pallor (Paleness): Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

What are the symptoms of pallor? Symptoms of pallor include: Pale skin that's lighter or grayer than your natural skin tone. Pale mucous membranes on openings of your body, like inside of your mouth or on your eyelids. If pallor occurs because of an underlying condition, you may experience the following symptoms in addition to skin paleness: Chest pain. A rapid heart rate. Fainting or a temporary loss of consciousness. Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. Sweaty or clammy skin. Dizziness or lightheadedness. Fatigue. Advertisement Where will I see symptoms of pallor? Pallor can affect the skin on your whole body or your mucous membranes, but it's most notable on your: Face. Fingernails. Lining of your eyes. Inside of your mouth. What is localized pallor? Localized pallor is a term that refers to paleness on only one limb. For example, if you have localized pallor, you might only have paleness on your right arm after an injury. Localized pallor may be a sign of an underly...

Cystic fibrosis in children: Causes, symptoms, and treatment - Medical News Today

Cystic fibrosis in children: Causes, symptoms, and treatment Medical News Today Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that doctors usually diagnose in early childhood. Find out about the diagnostic procedure and the treatments that may ...

Erdosteine Market 2019-2025 Focuses on Top Companies, Research Methodology, Cons - ITResearchBrief.com

Erdosteine Market 2019-2025 Focuses on Top Companies, Research Methodology, Cons ITResearchBrief.com Erdosteine Market Increasing smoking trends in developing economies such Indonesia, India, and China owing to rise in disposable income, and liberal ...