Mycobacterium tuberculosis: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Mycobacterium tuberculosis colony morphology on LJ medium

Introduction Mycobacterium tuberculosis is a bacterium that causes tuberculosis (TB), a contagious infectious disease primarily affecting the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body. TB has been a significant public health concern worldwide, causing illness and death for thousands of years. Key …

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Scabies: Introduction, Sign and Symptoms, Laboratory Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention and Control, and Keynotes

Introduction Scabies is a common and contagious skin infestation caused by the microscopic mite Sarcoptes scabiei. It is prevalent worldwide and can affect people of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. Scabies mites burrow into the top layer of the skin, where they lay eggs and …

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