08:09 27th September 2018 | Bacteria Infection
Tetanus is a serious infection that can lead to muscle spasms and even death if not treated. It is caused by a type of bacteria that produces a toxin which affects the brain and nervous system.
06:24 7th January 2018 | Bacteria Infection
E.Coli Escherichia Coli STEC Shiga Bacteria UTI Urinary Tract Infection E.Coli Symptoms E.Coli Causes Vomitting Dehydration Fatigue Nausea
E. coli (Escherichia coli) is a type of bacteria. Certain strains are harmless, however, others can have dangerous effects. Strains of E. coli include:
STEC: This strain creates a toxin called Shiga that damages the lining of the intestine which in turn leads to illness. O157:H7: This dangerous strain often causes severe, acute hemorrhagic diarrhea. In some cases, particularly children under five years of age the infection can caus...Search by condition, treatment or keyword and conveniently browse our informative articles
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