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What is the disease caused by streptococcal infection causing damage to the heart valves and heart muscle?
The disease is called rheumatic Heart disease. It is an autoimmune disease that follows an untreated bout of pharyngitis (sore, inflamed throat) caused by an infection with the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.
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Which disease is always caused by a bacterial infection?
Tuberculosis is a disease that is always caused by a bacterial infection, specifically Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
What is a bacterial infection that is common among teens and has symptoms of fever sore throat and swollen glands?
The beta hemolytic streptococcal infection is common amongst the teens. You have 50 % of cases of sore throat due to the same in age group 5 to 15 years. From 2 to 5 and 15 to 20 age group you have 30 % sore throat infection due to streptococcal infection. Below and above this age group, the percentage of streptococcal infection drops to 20 %. ( Dedicated to the great US professor of paediatrics, who wrote the book named 'Infectious diseases of paediatrics' during 1970's.)
What causes streptococcal infections?
Streptococcus agalactiaemay cause heat, pain and swelling of the udder as well as abnormal milk consisting of white to yellow clots and flakes. On closer examination, damage to the teat end may be apparent and can be the result of trauma, improper milking procedures and equipment or freezing. Poor udder health may be indicators for cows with an infection of the mammary tissue.
What is GBS disease?
GBS disease, also known as Group B Streptococcus disease, is a bacterial infection caused by a type of bacteria called Streptococcus agalactiae. It can affect newborns, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems. GBS disease can lead to serious complications such as sepsis, pneumonia, and meningitis if left untreated. Testing pregnant women for GBS colonization and providing antibiotics during labor can help prevent transmission to newborns.
What is the microorganism description of scarlet fever?
Scarlet fever is caused by streptococcal bacteria.
Does rheumatic heart disease result from staph infection?
No, rheumatic heart disease does not result from a staph infection. It is a complication of rheumatic fever, which is primarily caused by an infection with group A Streptococcus bacteria, typically following strep throat or scarlet fever. The body's immune response to the streptococcal infection can lead to inflammation in the heart, joints, skin, and brain, ultimately causing damage to the heart valves.
What is valvulitis?
Commonly associated with rheumatic fever, an inflammatory disease caused by inadequate treatment of a streptococcal infection. An autoimmune reaction occurs, leading to inflammation and damage to heart valves.
Causes of panaritium?
Panaritium tendineum is commonly caused by infection with streptococcal or staphyloccal . This is a severe infection of the tendon sheath of the hand.
What is mitral valvulitis?
Commonly associated with rheumatic fever, an inflammatory disease caused by inadequate treatment of a streptococcal infection. An autoimmune reaction occurs, leading to inflammation and damage to heart valves.
What is streptococcal toxic shock syndrome?
blood infection from lack of mineral magnesium and/or caused by candida
Where is necrotizing fasciitis found?
It can be anywhere in the body. It is a flesh-easting disease caused by streptococcal bacteria.
Caused by infection or capable of causing infection?
Infectious
Which disease is always caused by a bacterial infection?
Tuberculosis is a disease that is always caused by a bacterial infection, specifically Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
What is the name of the disease which is caused by organisms?
if the disease is caude by a microorganism, this is called ( infection
What is rectal inflammation a sign of?
Rectal inflammation can be caused by infection or autoimmune disease. Anal inflammation can be caused by hemorrhoids, infection, and autoimmune disease.
What is a disease caused by a pathogen or its toxin?
INFECTION
What is Hib disease caused by?
Hib disease is an infection caused by Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib).
