8. URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) occur when bacteria grow in the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. UTIs are common in women due to anatomical factors, but…
9. MALARIA
Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease caused by the Plasmodium parasite. It spreads through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito. Malaria is common in tropical and subtropical regions…
10. HIV AND OPPORTUNISTIC INFECTIONS
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that weakens the immune system by destroying CD4 T-cells. Over time, untreated HIV leads to severe immunosuppression, increasing the risk of infections that…
11. FUNGAL INFECTIONS
Fungal infections occur when fungi invade the skin, nails, or internal organs. They may be mild, like ringworm, or severe, such as systemic fungal infections in immunocompromised individuals. Early diagnosis…
12. VIRAL INFECTIONS
Viral infections are caused by viruses—tiny infectious agents that multiply only inside living host cells. These infections can affect almost any part of the body, from the respiratory tract to…
13. GONORRHEA
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It commonly affects the urethra, cervix, throat, and rectum. Without treatment, gonorrhea can lead to serious reproductive…
14. SYPHILIS
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It progresses in stages, each with different symptoms. If left untreated, syphilis can cause serious long-term health…