Infectious Disease Case Studies

A protozoan parasite that is transmitted by sandflies. It is the causative agent of visceral leishmaniasis (kala-azar), a potentially fatal disease.

A viral hemorrhagic fever that is transmitted by ticks. It is endemic to parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

A viral hemorrhagic fever that is transmitted by mosquitoes. The virus infects the liver and can cause jaundice. It is endemic to Africa and South America.

A viral hemorrhagic disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes. It is endemic to tropical regions of the world.

A viral hemorrhagic fever that is transmitted through contact with infected animals, especially bats. It is endemic to Africa and is often fatal.

A viral hemorrhagic fever that is transmitted through contact with infected rodents, especially mice.

A protozoan parasite that is found in the intestines of humans and other animals. It is an important cause of diarrhea, particularly in children.

A protozoan parasite that is found in the intestines of humans. It is the causative agent of amoebic dysentery, a severe form of diarrhea.

A parasite that causes malaria. It is transmitted by mosquitos. There are several species of Plasmodium, each with different characteristics and disease severity.

A bacterial infection that is transmitted by ticks. The bacteria infect the blood vessels and can cause a rash, fever, and headache.

A bacterial infection that is transmitted by fleas. The bacteria infect the lymphatic system and can cause a rash, fever, and headache.

A bacterial infection that is transmitted by lice. The bacteria infect the blood vessels and can cause a rash, fever, and headache.

A bacterial infection that is transmitted by mites. The bacteria infect the blood vessels and can cause a rash, fever, and headache. It is endemic to Southeast Asia.

A bacterial infection that is transmitted by a variety of animals. It is often associated with livestock, especially cattle. The bacteria can cause a range of symptoms, including fever, headache, and muscle aches.

A bacterial infection that is transmitted by rodents, especially rats. It is endemic to parts of Africa and Asia. The bacteria can cause a range of symptoms, including fever, headache, and muscle aches.

A parasitic infection that commonly affects the liver and spleen. It is caused by a protozoan parasite that is transmitted by sandflies.

A parasitic infection that commonly affects the skin. It is caused by a protozoan parasite that is transmitted by sandflies.

A parasitic infection that is transmitted by tsetse flies, which are found in parts of Africa. It is a potentially fatal disease that can affect the brain and spinal cord.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the small intestine of humans. It is often asymptomatic but can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the intestines of humans. It is often asymptomatic, but can cause itching around the anus, particularly at night. It's also known as 'pinworm'.

A parasitic infection that commonly affects the liver, bile ducts, and lungs. It is caused by a worm that is transmitted by eating raw or undercooked freshwater fish. Also known as 'liver fluke'.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the small intestine of humans. It is often asymptomatic but can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the intestines of humans. It is often asymptomatic but can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss. It is also known as 'whipworm'.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the intestines of humans. It is often asymptomatic but can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss. It is also known as 'tapeworm'.

A parasitic infection that is caused by the worm Echinococcus granulosus. The worm's larvae form cysts in the liver, lungs, and brain. They cause a range of symptoms, including abdominal pain, coughing, and seizures.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the blood vessels of humans. It is transmitted by snails. It can cause a range of symptoms, including fever, abdominal pain, and bloody diarrhea.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the muscles of humans. It is transmitted by eating raw or undercooked pork. It can cause muscle pain, fever, and swelling.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the lymphatic system of humans. It is transmitted by mosquitoes. It can cause a range of symptoms, including swelling of the limbs, genitals, and breasts. Also known as 'elephantiasis'.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the subcutaneous tissues of humans. It is transmitted by blackflies. It can cause a range of symptoms, including itching, skin nodules, and blindness. Also known as 'river blindness'.

A parasitic infection that is caused by a worm that lives in the subcutaneous tissues of humans. It is transmitted by drinking contaminated water. It can cause a range of symptoms, including pain, swelling, and blisters. Also known as 'Guinea worm disease'.

Occurs when a patient experiences a return of symptoms after an initial period of improvement. It is often seen in people infected with Malaria.