Infections
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Endocarditis
Endocarditis – Definition The endocardium is the inner lining of the heart muscle. Endocarditis is an infection of this lining…
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Blood poisoning
(Sepsis; Septicemia) Blood poisoning – Definition Blood poisoning is an illness due to an infection or its toxin spreading through…
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Bacterial endocarditis
(Infective Endocarditis) Bacterial endocarditis – Definition This endocardium is a thin membrane that covers the inner surface of the heart.…
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Mastitis
(Breast Infection) Mastitis – Definition Mastitis is painful swelling and redness in the breast. It is especially common among women…
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Whooping cough
(Pertussis) Whooping cough – Definition Whooping cough is a bacterial infection of the respiratory tract. The bacteria invade the lining…
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