Infection
It is the invasion of the body by organisms that infect, multiply and cause disease in the body. Infections can be caused by bacteria, virus, viroids, nematodes, worms, ticks, mites, fungus, tapeworms and many more. The body protects itself from infection using its immune system. An infection usually manifests as fever, inflammation, rashes etc. Depending on the type of infection a doctor may prescribe antibiotics, creams or steroids in case of severe infections.
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ANI, September 12, 2019 at 09:10am
According to a study published in Journal of Natural Products, a compound called friomaramide can block infection and development of the malaria parasite Plasmodium falciparum in liver cells.
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Posted By
IANS, September 05, 2019 at 08:23am
Zika virus can cause babies to be born with devastating brain damage.
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ANI, September 03, 2019 at 08:18am
According to a recent study, malaria infection can increase your chances of developing cardiovascular problems.
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![Suffering from Chikungunya? Eat these 5 foods to build immunity]( "Suffering from Chikungunya? Eat these 5 foods to build immunity")
Monsoon is the time when diseases like Chikungunya make an appearance. But if you build your immunity with the right foods, it can keep this disease away.
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Luckily, there are medical treatments available for human papillomavirus infection. Read on to know about them.
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Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease with no cure. But now a new study brings hope of an effective therapy that may be able to treat this condition. Read on to know more about this disease.
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ANI, August 04, 2019 at 09:21am
According to a study published in the journal PLOS Medicine, water treatment alone is sufficient to cause an 18 per cent reduction in roundworm infection rates.
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Posted By
ANI, July 29, 2019 at 12:15pm
According to a new research, pain-sensing neurons in the skin, if activated, can lend you immunity against pathogens.
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A new study reveals that gut infection can lead to Parkinson's disease. Here, we have compiled a few tips to help you maintain a healthy gut.
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Vaginal discharge is a woman's way of cleaning and flushing out cells from her reproductive organs. But the nature of discharge can sometimes indicate a health problem.
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Fungal infections can make life miserable during the monsoons. We reveal some home remedies that can give you relief.
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Vaginal smells are not that random and have subtle changes due to slight shifts in pH levels. Read on to know what these changes indicate.
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ANI, July 15, 2019 at 08:26am
According to a study published in the journal Joanna Briggs Institute Database of Systematic Reviews, patients need help in understanding their illness and care needs through an understandable or easy language to translate complex information.
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Are you suffering from a blocked nose? Do you blow your nose really hard? Well, you may end up hurting and harm yourself. Read on to know how.
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Know the risk factors of human papillomavirus infection to stay away from this condition.
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Posted By
ANI, June 29, 2019 at 10:40am
According to a study published in the journal Nature Communications, a neurotoxin, PMP1, makes it possible to reduce the prevalence of malaria in a new and environmentally friendly way.
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Posted By
IANS, June 11, 2019 at 09:04am
Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said on Monday, as authorities are monitoring the situation in Kerala and have contained the virus to two-three areas, Goa should not have any impact of the outbreak.
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Labyrinthitis is an infection of the inner ear that can not only lead to hearing loss but also a compromised body balance. Here are six natural remedies that will help you manage its symptoms.
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IANS, June 10, 2019 at 08:42am
Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan is personally reviewing and monitoring the status of the Nipah virus cases.
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