Infectious diseases

Health conditions caused by infections, such as HIV.
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  • Hepatitis (A,B,C)

    Hepatitis is liver inflammation caused by a virus. There are three main types:
    • Hepatitis A Virus (HAV): Spread by contaminated food or water. Also transmitted through person-to-person between household contacts or sex partners. It is usually short-term and does not cause long-term liver damage.
    • Hepatitis B Virus (HBV): Spread through infected bodily fluids (like blood or semen). It can cause long-term liver problems like cirrhosis or liver cancer.
    • Hepatitis C Virus (HCV): Spread mainly through blood (like sharing needles). It can also cause long-term liver damage.

  • HIV

    HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) weakens the immune system by attacking CD4 cells (T cells), making the body more vulnerable to infections.

    If untreated, it can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome).