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Facts you should know about mucormycosis (zygomycosis) Mucormycosis (zygomycosis) is a fungal infection caused by Zygomycetes. Symptoms include fever, headache, coughing, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, bloody vomit, and possible altered mental status. Mucormycosis (zygomycosis) is a serious, potentially deadly fungal infection that's infrequently diagnosed. Many different fungi may cause mucormycosis; infections with the Mucoraceae …

Effects of the Shingrix vaccine last for at least four years in most people The effects of the Shingrix vaccine last for at least four years in most people and may last even longer in some. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you do not need a booster dose after getting the two doses of Shingrix. What …

Facts you should know about sick building syndrome Sick building syndrome is believed by some to be an illness caused by unknown agents in buildings. Sick building syndrome is a controversial subject because many experts do not think it is a true syndrome. Sick building syndrome has no known cause, however, known causes of illness such as lead poisoning, formaldehyde …

Group A streptococcal infections (GAS) facts Figure 1: Photo of Streptococcus pyogenes (GAS). SOURCE: CDC Group A streptococci (GAS) are defined gram-positive spherical-shaped bacteria that produce beta-hemolysis (lysis of red blood cells producing clear or transparent areas in special growth media) and appear usually as a chain of two or more bacteria and have molecules on their surface known as …

Facts you should know about NDM-1 NDM-1 stands for a gene that produces New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase in certain bacteria that cause infections. This is a substance that destroys the commonest types of antibiotics. Bacteria with the NDM-1 gene are part of a larger group of superbug bacteria that are extremely hard to treat and can spread easily in hospitals. Most …

This digitally colorized scanning electron micrograph (SEM) depicts four green-colored, spheroid-shaped methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria as they were in the process of being enveloped by a much larger human white blood cell.Source: CDC – National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Facts you should know about MRSA infections Staphylococcus aureus (Staph aureus, S. aureus, or SA) is a …

What is a tapeworm infection? After your doctor confirms that you have tapeworm parasite they may prescribe praziquantel, albendazole, or niclosamide. People around the world are quite often infected with parasites, including worms. There are different kinds of parasitic worms that will invade your body if given the chance. One of them is the tapeworm. The good news is that …

The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine provides 88% effective immunity against mumps following a two-dosage schedule (12-15 months with a booster at 4-6 years of age). A single mumps vaccination protects approximately 78% of individuals against the disease.Source: Getty Images Facts you should know about mumps (parotitis) Mumps is a highly contagious viral infection. Mumps has an incubation period of 14-18 days …

Thrush in newborns and infants is common and usually not harmful.Source: Getty Images What is thrush? Thrush (oropharyngeal candidiasis) is a medical condition in which a yeast-like fungus called Candida albicans overgrows in the mouth and throat. Thrush may be triggered to occur by a variety of factors, including illness, pregnancy, medications, smoking, or dentures. Thrush in newborns and infants …

What is green poop? Your doctor may be able to diagnose the cause of green poop by taking a sample of your stool. They'll send your stool sample to the lab to test for the presence of bacteria or other infections. Poop (also known as stool) comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. As stool runs through your intestines, …