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Transmission of Parasitic Infections
In animals, parasites can be quite common. These parasites can be transferred to humans from eating the flesh, particularly if the meat is not cooked properly. Infections are spread by eating infected food, in feces or from touching surfaces where the single-celled parasitic organisms are found. For pet owners, infection control involves de-worming dogs, cats … Continue reading
Symptoms of Parasitic Infections
An infection caused by the organism known as Guinea worm is fairly well documented in ancient records. The infection is contracted by drinking contaminated water in which the eggs are found. The stomach acid releases the larvae into the intestine. Female worms live under the surface of the skin for about a year. They then … Continue reading
Symptoms of Sinus Infections
Often the first symptom of a sinus infection is a headache. The headache and difficulty breathing due to swollen nasal membranes sometimes follow a cold or a bout with the flu. The sufferer may not realize that a sinus infection is causing the symptoms until several days later when there is no relief of the … Continue reading
Treatment of Infections
Treatment of infections is much more comprehensive than in decades past, thanks to the growth in the number and availability of powerful antibiotics and effective vaccines. Many people are aware that antibiotics are not effective against a viral infection, but they can be a prime treatment mode for a bacterial infection. Many illnesses manifesting infectious … Continue reading