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Gesundheit und Krankheit - Infektionskrankheiten

Hier lernen Sie einige englische Wörter im Zusammenhang mit Infektionskrankheiten wie "Lungenentzündung", "Windpocken" und "Aussatz".

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a tropical viral disease, characterized by fever, muscle pain, etc. which consequently leads to jaundice and potential death, transmitted by infected mosquitoes

Gelbfieber, schwarzes Erbrechen

Gelbfieber, schwarzes Erbrechen

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tetanus
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a severe infectious disease marked by painful muscle contractions, particularly that of the jaw, as a result of bacteria invading the body through cuts or wounds

Tetanus

Tetanus

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swine flu
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a potentially fatal disease passed between humans that is caused by an influenza strain similar to swine flu in pigs

Schweinegrippe, Schweineinfluenza

Schweinegrippe, Schweineinfluenza

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smallpox
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an acute infectious disease characterized by fever and skin eruption, usually leaving permanent scars

Pocken, Blattern

Pocken, Blattern

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scrapie
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an infectious and often fatal disease that mainly affects the nervous system of sheep

die Traberkrankheit, die Scrapie

die Traberkrankheit, die Scrapie

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SARS
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a viral illness that primarily affects the respiratory system, causing symptoms such as fever, coughing, and breathing difficulties, and it can lead to severe illness and even death

SARS, schweres akutes respiratorisches Syndrom

SARS, schweres akutes respiratorisches Syndrom

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SARS-CoV-2
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severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, a variation of coronavirus that was first reported back in 2019

schweres akutes respiratorisches Syndrom Coronavirus 2, SARS-CoV-2

schweres akutes respiratorisches Syndrom Coronavirus 2, SARS-CoV-2

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pneumonia
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the infection and inflammation of air sacs in one's lungs, usually caused by a bacterial infection that makes breathing difficult

Lungenentzündung, Lungeninfektion

Lungenentzündung, Lungeninfektion

Ex: Vaccination against common pathogens , such as Streptococcus pneumoniae and influenza virus , can help prevent pneumonia and reduce its severity if contracted .Die Impfung gegen häufige Krankheitserreger wie Streptococcus pneumoniae und Influenza-Virus kann helfen, **Lungenentzündung** zu verhindern und deren Schwere zu verringern, wenn sie auftritt.
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plague
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a dangerous disease spread by rats that causes fever and swellings, often kills if infected

die Pest, der Schwarze Tod

die Pest, der Schwarze Tod

Ex: Symptoms of the plague can include fever , chills , headache , weakness , and painful swollen lymph nodes .Symptome der **Pest** können Fieber, Schüttelfrost, Kopfschmerzen, Schwäche und schmerzhaft geschwollene Lymphknoten umfassen.
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pertussis
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a contagious respiratory disease often characterized by violent coughs and breathing difficulties

Keuchhusten, pertussis

Keuchhusten, pertussis

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meningitis
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a serious infectious disease characterized by inflammation of the thin protective tissue that covers the brain and spinal cord, causing intense headaches and high temperature

Meningitis

Meningitis

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measles
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a contagious disease that causes high fever and small red spots on the body, common in children

Masern, die Masern

Masern, die Masern

Ex: Complications of measles can include pneumonia , encephalitis ( brain inflammation ) , and in severe cases , death .Komplikationen von **Masern** können Lungenentzündung, Enzephalitis (Gehirnentzündung) und in schweren Fällen den Tod umfassen.
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croup
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a common respiratory infection in children that causes swelling around the vocal cords

Krupp, Pseudokrupp

Krupp, Pseudokrupp

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Covid-19
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an infectious disease caused by a type of virus called coronavirus that causes fever, tiredness, a cough, etc., and in some cases can kill, originated in China and later became a pandemic

COVID-19, die Coronavirus-Krankheit 2019

COVID-19, die Coronavirus-Krankheit 2019

Ex: The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound socio-economic impacts , leading to changes in healthcare , travel , and everyday life globally .Die **COVID-19**-Pandemie hat tiefgreifende sozioökonomische Auswirkungen gehabt, die zu Veränderungen im Gesundheitswesen, im Reisen und im täglichen Leben weltweit geführt haben.
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a viral infection causing symptoms like a runny nose, cough, and sore throat

Erkältung, grippaler Infekt

Erkältung, grippaler Infekt

Ex: Wash your hands often to avoid getting a common cold.Waschen Sie sich oft die Hände, um eine **Erkältung** zu vermeiden.
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cholera
[Nomen]

a potentially fatal illness that is acquired from consumption of water or food contaminated with particular bacteria, causing diarrhea and vomiting

Cholera, die Cholera

Cholera, die Cholera

Ex: Doctors worked tirelessly to treat patients suffering from cholera in the makeshift clinic .Die Ärzte arbeiteten unermüdlich, um Patienten, die an **Cholera** litten, in der provisorischen Klinik zu behandeln.
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chickenpox
[Nomen]

a contagious disease that causes a mild fever and an itchy rash with blisters, primarily affects children

Windpocken, Varizellen

Windpocken, Varizellen

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long Covid
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a medical condition wherein people continue to experience COVID-19 symptoms for weeks or months after they begin to recover

Long Covid, Post-Covid-Syndrom

Long Covid, Post-Covid-Syndrom

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leprosy
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a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacteria called Mycobacterium leprae that can affect the nerves, skin, eyes, and lining of the nose

Lepra

Lepra

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rubella
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a contagious viral illness, often occurring in children, that causes a red rash on the body as well as symptoms like fever, sore throat, and eye redness

Röteln, deutsche Masern

Röteln, deutsche Masern

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an intestinal infection‌ that often causes watery diarrhea, inflammation, nausea, vomiting, or fever

Magengrippe, Gastroenteritis

Magengrippe, Gastroenteritis

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a bacterial infection causing symptoms similar to typhoid fever, transmitted through contaminated food or water, and treated with antibiotics

Paratyphus, Paratyphusfieber

Paratyphus, Paratyphusfieber

Ex: Individuals with paratyphoid fever should follow medical advice , complete the prescribed antibiotic course , and stay hydrated .Personen mit **Paratyphus** sollten medizinischen Rat befolgen, den vorgeschriebenen Antibiotikakurs abschließen und hydriert bleiben.
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ebola
[Nomen]

a potentially fatal disease that causes problems with how one's blood clots

Ebola, die Ebola-Virus-Krankheit

Ebola, die Ebola-Virus-Krankheit

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an infection or inflammation of the tonsils

Mandelentzündung, Tonsillitis

Mandelentzündung, Tonsillitis

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mumps
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an infectious viral disease characterized by fever and the painful swelling of the neck

Mumps, epidemische Parotitis

Mumps, epidemische Parotitis

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diphtheria
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a chronic infection caused by a gram-positive bacterium and characterized by the formation of a false membrane in the air passages, particularly those of the throat

Diphtherie, Diphtherie-Infektion

Diphtherie, Diphtherie-Infektion

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influenza
[Nomen]

an infectious disease caused by a type of virus that attacks the nose, lungs, and throat

Grippe

Grippe

Ex: Symptoms of influenza include fever , cough , and body aches .
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avian flu
[Nomen]

a type of influenza virus that rapidly spreads among birds and in rare cases, it can affect humans as well

Vogelgrippe, aviäre Influenza

Vogelgrippe, aviäre Influenza

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giardiasis
[Nomen]

an intestinal infection caused by the parasite Giardia lamblia, leading to symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and nausea

Giardiasis

Giardiasis

Ex: For prevention of giardiasis, you can practice good hygiene , especially when handling food and water .
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a viral infection primarily caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, leading to symptoms like extreme fatigue, sore throat, and swollen glands

infektiöse Mononukleose, Mononukleose

infektiöse Mononukleose, Mononukleose

Ex: Good hygiene practices, including avoiding the sharing of utensils and drinks, can help prevent mono.Gute Hygienepraktiken, einschließlich der Vermeidung des Teilens von Besteck und Getränken, können helfen, **infektiöse Mononukleose** zu verhindern.
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malaria
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a potentially fatal disease normally transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito

Malaria

Malaria

Ex: The outbreak of malaria in the village prompted a swift response from medical teams .Der Ausbruch von **Malaria** im Dorf löste eine schnelle Reaktion der medizinischen Teams aus.
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a rare, potentially life-threatening condition caused by bacterial toxins, often associated with tampon use in menstruating individuals

toxisches Schocksyndrom, TSS

toxisches Schocksyndrom, TSS

Ex: TSS can result from the release of toxins produced by bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.Das **toxische Schocksyndrom** kann durch die Freisetzung von Toxinen entstehen, die von Bakterien wie Staphylococcus aureus oder Streptococcus pyogenes produziert werden.
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typhoid
[Nomen]

a serious and potentially life-threatening disease marked by high fever, diarrhea, and red spots that appear on the chest and abdomen

Typhus, Typhoid

Typhus, Typhoid

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a potentially severe bacterial disease that primarily affects the lungs and causes swellings to appear on them or other parts of the body

Tuberkulose

Tuberkulose

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a highly contagious and often fatal bacterial infection characterized by painful swollen lymph nodes, caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis and transmitted through the bite of infected fleas

Beulenpest, Schwarzer Tod

Beulenpest, Schwarzer Tod

Ex: Symptoms of bubonic plague include fever , chills , weakness , and the distinctive appearance of painful , swollen lymph nodes .Symptome der **Beulenpest** sind Fieber, Schüttelfrost, Schwäche und das charakteristische Auftreten schmerzhafter, geschwollener Lymphknoten.
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a common herpesvirus that may cause mild to severe illness, particularly in individuals with weakened immune system, and is transmitted through bodily fluids

Zytomegalievirus, CMV

Zytomegalievirus, CMV

Ex: Education and awareness play a role in preventing CMV transmission, particularly in healthcare settings.Bildung und Bewusstsein spielen eine Rolle bei der Verhinderung der Übertragung von **Cytomegalievirus**, insbesondere im Gesundheitswesen.
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a common herpesvirus associated with infectious mononucleosis and can cause various illnesses, transmitted through saliva

Epstein-Barr-Virus, EBV

Epstein-Barr-Virus, EBV

Ex: After initial infection, EBV can remain latent in the body and reactivate without causing symptoms in most cases.Nach der ersten Infektion kann das **Epstein-Barr-Virus** im Körper latent bleiben und sich in den meisten Fällen ohne Symptome zu verursachen reaktivieren.
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a severe form of pneumonia caused by the bacterium Legionella, often contracted through inhaling contaminated water droplets

die Legionärskrankheit

die Legionärskrankheit

Ex: Regular monitoring and testing of water systems in high-risk environments are crucial for preventing Legionnaires' disease.Regelmäßige Überwachung und Tests von Wassersystemen in Hochrisikoumgebungen sind entscheidend für die Vorbeugung der **Legionärskrankheit**.
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a bacterial infection transmitted through contact with contaminated water or soil, causing flu-like symptoms and potentially severe complications

Leptospirose, Leptospiren-Infektion

Leptospirose, Leptospiren-Infektion

Ex: Outdoor activities such as farming, camping, or water sports may pose a higher risk of exposure to Leptospira.Aktivitäten im Freien wie Landwirtschaft, Camping oder Wassersport können ein höheres Risiko einer Exposition gegenüber **Leptospirose** (eine bakterielle Infektion, die durch Kontakt mit kontaminiertem Wasser oder Boden übertragen wird und grippeähnliche Symptome und potenziell schwerwiegende Komplikationen verursacht) darstellen.
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a childhood illness with a red rash, sore throat, and fever caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria

Scharlach

Scharlach

Ex: Untreated cases of scarlet fever can lead to complications like rheumatic fever or kidney problems .Unbehandelte Fälle von **Scharlach** können zu Komplikationen wie rheumatischem Fieber oder Nierenproblemen führen.
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scrofula
[Nomen]

a swelling of the lymph nodes, often in the neck, caused by tuberculosis or other bacterial infections

Skrofel, tuberkulöse Lymphadenitis

Skrofel, tuberkulöse Lymphadenitis

Ex: The historical association between scrofula and tuberculosis reflects the evolution of medical knowledge and terminology .
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typhus
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a potentially fatal disease characterized by high temperature and appearance of purple marks on the body

Fleckfieber, Typhus

Fleckfieber, Typhus

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a bacterial infection caused by the Leptospira bacteria, transmitted through contact with water or soil contaminated with the urine of infected animals

Weilsche Krankheit, Leptospirose

Weilsche Krankheit, Leptospirose

Ex: Individuals engaging in activities such as farming, swimming, or water sports may be at an increased risk of Weil's disease.
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yaws
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a tropical bacterial infection that causes chronic skin lesions and bone deformities, primarily affecting children in impoverished regions

Frambösie, Yaws

Frambösie, Yaws

Ex: Yaws is more common in children , and prompt treatment is essential to prevent long-term complications .
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anthrax
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a serious bacterial disease of warm-blooded animals, particularly cattle and sheep, that can be transmitted to people by contaminated wool, raw meat, or other animal products

Milzbrand, Anthrax

Milzbrand, Anthrax

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a parasitic disease that mainly affects unborn children and is mostly transmitted through undercooked meat, soil, or cat feces

Toxoplasmose

Toxoplasmose

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a mosquito-borne viral infection causing flu-like symptoms and, in severe cases, potentially leading to hemorrhagic fever or shock

Dengue-Fieber, Dengue

Dengue-Fieber, Dengue

Ex: Research and vector control efforts contribute to the global efforts to reduce the impact of dengue fever.Forschung und Vektorkontrollmaßnahmen tragen zu den globalen Bemühungen bei, die Auswirkungen von **Dengue-Fieber** zu verringern.
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a tick-borne infectious disease caused by the bacterium Rickettsia rickettsii, characterized by fever, rash, and, if untreated, potential complications involving multiple organ systems

Rocky-Mountain-Fleckfieber, Fleckfieber der Rocky Mountains

Rocky-Mountain-Fleckfieber, Fleckfieber der Rocky Mountains

Ex: Early symptoms of Rocky Mountain spotted fever may include fever , headache , and muscle aches .
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a mosquito-borne virus that can cause mild to severe illness, with symptoms ranging from fever and body aches to neurological complications

West-Nil-Virus, West-Nil-Virus

West-Nil-Virus, West-Nil-Virus

Ex: West Nile virus is present in various regions globally , with periodic outbreaks occurring in affected areas .Das **West-Nil-Virus** ist in verschiedenen Regionen weltweit präsent, mit periodischen Ausbrüchen in betroffenen Gebieten.
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