Bacterial Diseases in Humans
There are many bacterial diseases that affect humans, few of which are stated below with their causative agent-
Disease |
Causative Agent |
---|---|
Cholera |
Vibrio cholerae |
Diphtheria |
Corynebacterium diptheriae |
Gonorrhea |
Neisseria gonorrhoeae |
Pulmonary tuberculosis |
Mycobacterium tuberculosis |
Tetanus |
Clostridium tetani |
Bacterial Diseases in Humans
Bacterial diseases represent a diverse array of diseases that afflict humans. Bacteria are ubiquitous in surroundings and play vital roles in maintaining the ecological balance. Among all the known bacteria only about 1% of bacteria can cause disease in plants, animals, and humans. Bacterial diseases are communicable and often spread through water, air, food, vectors, and body fluids.
Based on the pathogen entry, nature, and severity of the disease and transmission the treatment is decided. Bacterial diseases commonly show symptoms like headache, fever, nausea, rashes, etc. Antibiotics are usually used to treat bacterial diseases in humans and animals. The transmission of the disease can be prevented by following hygienic practices and vaccination.
Table of Content
- What is bacteria?
- What are bacterial diseases?
- Bacterial diseases in humans
- Host defense mechanisms
- Common signs and symptoms
- Treatment
- Preventive Measures