Filariasis is a group of transmissible helminthic diseases caused by filariasis – nematodes that parasitize the lymphatic system and subcutaneous tissue. Common symptoms of filariasis include fever, lymphadenitis, lymphangitis, skin rashes, lymphostasis with the development of elephantiasis of the hands, feet, scrotum, eye damage, etc. The diagnosis of filariasis is confirmed when microfilariae are detected…
Fascioliasis is a parasitic invasion caused by hepatic or giant fluke and characterized by a predominant lesion of the hepatobiliary system. The course of fascioliasis is accompanied by malaise, fever, urticaria, nausea, pain in the right hypochondrium, an increase in the size of the liver, jaundice. In the diagnosis of fascioliasis, serological methods (ELISA, RPH),…
Tungiasis is a parasitic disease caused by fleas. Pathognomonic symptoms are the presence of extensive inflammatory infiltrate at the site of introduction of the pathogen, severe itching and pain. Often the disease is accompanied by impaired walking function, edema of the lower extremities and fever. Diagnostics is based on the detection of flea eggs, insects…
Tularemia is a naturally focal acute infection affecting the lymph nodes, skin, and sometimes the mucous membranes of the eyes, pharynx and lungs. Tularemia occurs with pronounced symptoms of general intoxication, prolonged fever, generalized lymphadenitis, hepatosplenomegaly, polymorphic rash and other symptoms. Specific diagnosis of tularemia is carried out using serological reactions (ELISA, RPH), PCR, skin-allergic…
Intestinal tuberculosis is a chronic infectious disease caused by mycobacteria; characterized by the formation of specific granulomas in the intestinal wall with further melting of the focus, the formation of a cavity and fibrosis during sanitation. The clinical picture is characterized by the absence of specific symptoms; pain syndrome, dyspeptic phenomena, intoxication are typical. For…
Tuberculosis is a chronic infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex bacteria. When affected by tuberculous mycobacteria, respiratory organs most often suffer, in addition, tuberculosis of bones and joints, genitourinary organs, eyes, peripheral lymph nodes occurs. Diagnosis consists in conducting a tuberculin test, X-ray examination of the lungs, detection of mycobacterium tuberculosis in sputum, flushing from…
Whipworm is an intestinal invasion caused by the parasitization of the round helminth – whipworm and occurring with a predominant violation of the function of the digestive tract and nervous system. Gastrointestinal dysfunction in whipworm is characterized by decreased appetite, salivation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation; central nervous system damage leads to headache,…
Trichinosis is an acute infection caused by roundworms. Characteristic symptoms are a variety of allergic reactions and severe muscle pain. Edematous syndrome and fever are often observed. Diagnosis of trichinosis includes serological techniques and detection of the pathogen in biopsies of the affected muscle tissue. Etiotropic methods of treatment involve the use of anthelmintic drugs,…
SARS is an inflammatory pathology of the lung tissue of viral etiology. It is characterized by increasing severe respiratory failure due to respiratory distress syndrome. The clinical picture also includes fever, dry cough, severe shortness of breath. Diagnosis is carried out using molecular genetic methods (identification of the pathogen) and serological studies (search for antibodies).…
Toxoplasmosis is a zoonotic protozoal infection that has a long course and leads to damage to the nervous, lymphatic, visual, muscular systems, myocardium, liver, spleen. Acute toxoplasmosis occurs with feverish intoxication syndrome, lymphadenopathy, hepatosplenomegaly, skin rashes; in severe cases – with the development of myocarditis, encephalitis, encephalomyelitis. The diagnosis of toxoplasmosis is established by bacteriological…