The symptoms were often so severe that the flu was at first misdiagnosed as dengue, cholera, or typhoid. The flu victims would initially have what appeared to be typical flu symptoms, then they would often develop pneumonia soon after being admitted into a hospital, and within a couple more hours mahogany colored spots would develop over cheek bones. After a few more hours cyanosis, a bluish skin discoloration caused by the lack of hemoglobin in the blood, could be seen forming around the ears and spreading over the face
The lesions look like blisters they itch until they dry up and fall off. The survivors end up with scars. The disease last for at least a month and those who survive the virus of smallpox are immune from ever getting it again. The vaccination of smallpox was discovered by Edward Jenner in 1796.Although the method of immunity was already
More than 12 million people are infected in the U.S., while another 12 million people are believed to have the disease but remain undiagnosed. COPD also ranks as the third leading cause of death In the U.S. and is a major cause serious long-term disability. In most cases symptoms of COPD do not appear until substantial lung damage has occurred. People with COPD are also likely to experience
Unlike 1347 the death toll of the virus now is nowhere close to the number of people that had died of the plague back in the 14th century. The biggest difference in these two diseases is that the plague of the 14th century spread quickly and killed almost instantly, The Swine flu of 2009 in the other hand is just basically like a seasonal flu but worse, it can be controlled with medication and sometimes medication isn’t even needed and can be cured on its own in just a few days. Yes this disease can be a deadly virus, but can be controlled and in my point of view shouldn’t be categorized as a pandemic. The Plague of 1347 was way worse and effected many countries and no one had any support from anyone including there loved ones, but with the new era and the study of medication, were able to handle such diseases as the swine flu very well, because we have the help and support of not only our government but doctors and loved
Through organ transplantation or blood transfusions How will I know if I have an STD? Unfortunately, many people never know they have the virus until they start experiencing common symptoms. What are the signs and symptoms? Signs and symptoms of primary CMV include: Fatigue, weakness, night sweats, prolonged fever, swollen glands or sore throat, loss of appetite or weight loss, muscle aches or joint pain or stiffness, and general feeling of illness, discomfort or uneasiness. How does it affect men and women differently?
It can cause cold sores, mouth ulcers, and skin lesion or rash on the lips, mouth, and gums. Most of the people of the United States get infected by the age of twenty and almost 70% of the world population is seropositive for Herpes Simplex Virus type 1, which means that almost 2/3 of the population of the world has the virus in their bodies they might not show the symptoms, but they can infect other people with contact of saliva or direct contact with skin (Rajiv, Saini, Saini Santosh,
Kaposi’s Sarcoma is a tumor of the blood vessel walls. Karposi’s Sarcoma is very rare in people who do not have HIV. Most people who have pink, red or purple lesions on their skin may be suffering from Kaposi’s Sarcoma. Lymphomas is another type of cancer common to people infected with HIV or AIDS
Another reason that a zombie outbreak could happen is because of biological warfare. Biological warfare is the use of toxins of biological origin or microorganisms as a weapon for wars. They could eventually turn back on everyone and start a zombie outbreak. The final reason why a zombie outbreak could happen is because of a bacteria/parasite that could eat portions
They are still with us, and circulation in many parts of the world.” Measles is a highly contagious and is spread through the air. Before the vaccine almost every child was infected with measles by the time they were 15 years old. Unfortunately, measles have yet to be eradicated. Many of the cases are due to vaccination noncompliance (Cuneta). Mumps virus attacks the salivary glands causing edema and life threatening complications.
There are different forms of the disease, and it is hard to predict if a person will experience a mild form or a severe one. People who experience sudden attacks of symptoms, which then improve or completely disappear are said to have the relapsing remitting form of the disease. This is the most common form. About two thirds of people with this end up going on to develop the secondary progressive form after 15 years (Multiple Sclerosis 2010). This is when their symptoms fail to recover and gradually worsen.