3. MENINGITIS
Meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, known as the meninges. It is a medical emergency because swelling around the brain can quickly…
2. TUBERCULOSIS
Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It mainly affects the lungs but can involve any organ, including lymph nodes, bones, kidneys, and the brain. TB…
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…
1. GUIDELINES FOR THE RATIONAL USE OF ANTIBIOTICS AND SURGICAL PROPHYLAXIS
The rational use of antibiotics means using the right medicine, in the right dose, for the right duration, and only when needed. Misuse and overuse of antibiotics are major causes…