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Tollwut gehört zu den schwerwiegendsten viralen Infektionen, die vom Tier auf den Menschen übertragen werden können. Ausgelöst wird sie durch das Lyssa-Virus, das zu den Rhabdoviren zählt und vor allem im Speichel infizierter Tiere vorkommt. Zu den wichtigsten Überträgern zählen unter anderem Füchse, Hunde, Katzen, Fledermäuse, Stinktiere, Waschbären, Kojoten, Mäuse,Continue reading

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Symptome, Verlauf und ergänzende Frequenzinfo Masern gehören zu den bekanntesten viralen Infektionserkrankungen des Menschen. Verursacht wird die Erkrankung durch das Masernvirus, das sehr leicht von Mensch zu Mensch übertragen werden kann. Die Ansteckung erfolgt vor allem über infektiöse Tröpfchen und über die Luft. Nach dem Eintritt in den Körper vermehrtContinue reading

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Author: NLS Informationsmedizin GmbH, Herbert Eder Mumps is one of the classic viral infectious diseases of childhood. The disease is caused by the paramyxovirus parotitidis, a pathogen that is primarily known for the typical painful swelling of the salivary glands. Although mumps is often perceived as a „childhood disease“, the infection can also occur in adolescents.Continue reading

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Author: NLS Informationsmedizin GmbH, Herbert Eder The respiratory syncytial virus, RSV for short, is one of the best-known causes of respiratory infections, especially in the cooler months of the year. Time and again, it has been shown that waves of infection usually occur from late fall into spring. During this time, there is an increased incidence of illness,Continue reading

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Parainfluenza viruses can cause a barking cough, hoarseness and croup in children. A detailed overview of symptoms, course and classification. Introduction Parainfluenza viruses are among the pathogens that repeatedly cause respiratory infections, especially in infants and young children. Although the name is reminiscent of true influenza, they are not classic flu viruses,Continue reading

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Causes, symptoms, course, prevention Influenza, also known as the real flu, is an acute viral infection of the respiratory tract that can put considerable strain on the entire body. Many people equate influenza with a common cold, but medically there is a clear difference. While a flu-like infection usually starts gradually and is generally milder, theContinue reading

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How microorganisms affect the body Infectious diseases have been with mankind for thousands of years and, despite modern diagnostics, improved hygiene and effective therapies, remain one of the most significant medical challenges. Although some serious infectious diseases have been significantly reduced, the fundamental conflict between humans and microorganisms remains unchanged. New pathogens, resistant germs,Continue reading