Gezondheid en Ziekte - Specifieke ziekten

a parasitic infection transmitted through contaminated freshwater

a disorder characterized by severe fatigue that is not relieved by rest, along with other symptoms like pain, cognitive problems, and sleep disturbances

a serious disease caused by a virus that attacks the body's immune system and weakens it, can cause death in severe cases

the inflammation of the brain, often caused by viral infections, leading to symptoms such as fever, headache, and altered mental function

an eye condition characterized by increased pressure within the eye, which can lead to optic nerve damage and vision loss if not treated

a disabling and life-threatening disease that causes nerve injuries leading to permanent paralysis, happens mostly in children younger than five

a viral disease of mammals, particularly dogs that is usually passed to humans through the bite of an infected animal

a tropical disease transmitted by tsetse flies, causing fever, headaches, and etc.

a fungal infection, often causing white patches and discomfort in areas like the mouth, diaper region, or genitals

a serious disease caused by the uncontrolled growth of cells in a part of the body that may spread to other parts

a progressive neurologic disorder, particularly affecting older people, that slowly destroys brain cells and causes thinking ability and memory to deteriorate over time

a disease caused by severe vitamin B3 or niacin deficiency and characterized by skin changes, mental symptoms, and diarrhea

a rare and potentially fatal disease that primarily affects the brain and causes brain damage that aggravates over time

a nutritional deficiency disease caused by a lack of vitamin B1

a group of rare neurodegenerative disorders that affect the nerves, neurones, that control voluntary muscle movements

a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement and can cause tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with coordination

illness caused by exposure to high levels of radiation, leading to symptoms like nausea and weakness

an inflammatory illness that can occur after a streptococcal throat infection, affecting the heart, joints, and other tissues

a lung disease caused by inhaling fine silica dust, often resulting from prolonged exposure to activities like mining or stone cutting

a bulge or ballooning in the wall of an artery, often caused by a weakened vessel

an inflammatory infection of the throat, especially quinsy, marked by throat abscess and discomfort

a disease that causes shortness of breath and difficulty in breathing

a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain, tenderness, and other symptoms like fatigue, sleep disturbances, and mood changes

inflammatory condition of the liver caused by a variety of infectious viruses or over-consumption of alcohol

a late-stage scarring of the liver caused by drinking too much alcohol

a broad term encompassing various conditions affecting the heart, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and valvular disorders