A wide range of common and debilitating infections are covered in this section.

AMOXYCILLIN
Amoxycillin is a penicillin that is used to treat a wide range of infections. This article profiles the medication, its uses, and side effects.

ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY FOR HIV AND AIDS
This article is an in depth look at what is currently understood about treating HIV infection. This is a complex area which is changing rapidly.

AUGMENTIN
Augmentin is a commonly prescribed antibiotic. This article discusses its uses and side effects.

BIRD FLU
Bird flu is caused by an influenza virus, caught through close contact with live infected birds. This article looks at symptoms, treatment & prevention of the infection.

BOILS
Boils can be painful and recurrent boils distressing. This article discusses the causes of various types of boils and describes practical and advanced treatment methods.

CAMPYLOBACTER
This is one of the most common forms of food poisoning. This article looks at treatment and safe food handling practises to help prevent the illness.

CHICKENPOX
Chickenpox is a common childhood illness. This article discusses treatment recommendations and provides information on a vaccine to prevent the illness.

CHLAMYDIA
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. This article looks at the symtpoms, treatment and prevention of the condition.

COLD SORES
Cold sores are a common problem and are caused by herpes virus type 1. This article provides suggestions on how to help limit outbreaks.

COMMON COLD
There is no cure for a cold but this article provides helpful advice on how to relieve the irritating symptoms.

COMMON LABORATORY TESTS
Laboratory tests can help diagnose many health conditions. Here are some of the most commonly used tests.

CONDOMS
Condoms are the best way to prevent sexually transmitted infections during intercourse. This article provides recommendations on how they should be used.

CONJUNCTIVITIS
Conjunctivitis is a common eye infection. This article discusses the most common strains of conjunctivitis, the recommended treatment, and how to prevent it.

COXSACKIE VIRUS INFECTIONS
This is a common virus that does not usually cause severe problems. It is a common cause of sore throats and can occasionally cause more serious illness particularly in newborns. This article provides a good overview of the various types of infections it can cause.

DIARRHOEA
This is a common condition which is usually self limiting. A variety of causes are outlined in this article.

ERYSIPELAS
This is a skin infection with group A strep bacteria. This article looks at symptoms, transmission and treatment.

ERYTHROMYCIN
Erythromycin is an antibiotic that is effective against a range of infections. This article profiles the drug and its uses.

FOOD POISONING
Food poisoning is experienced by most people during their lives. This article looks at the most common types of food poisoning and what can be done to help.

GENITAL HERPES
A diagnosis of genital herpes can be very distressing. This article looks at how the condition can be managed to minimise attacks.

GENITAL WARTS (HUMAN PAPILLOMA VIRUS)
The human papilloma virus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. This article looks at treatment, prevention and current research.

GIARDIA
Giardia is caused by drinking contaminated water and can easily spread in day-care settings. This article looks at how to treat and prevent the illness.

GLANDULAR FEVER
Also known as the kissing disease, Glandular fever is more common during teenage years. This article looks at the symptoms, treatment and prevention of the condition.

GONORRHOEA
Gonorrhoea has been around for centuries. This article looks the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of this sexually transmitted disease.

HELICOBACTER PYLORI
Helicobacter pylori is a bacteria which infects the stomach, causing stomach upsets and peptic ulcers. This article discusses the infection and how it can be eradicated.

HEPATITIS A
Hepatitis A is a common illness to get while travelling in developing countries. This article looks at the symptoms, treatment and vaccination to prevent the illness.

HEPATITIS B
Hepatitis B can lead to serious liver disease. This article offers advice on treatment and prevention of the virus.

HEPATITIS C
Hepatitis C is a serious virus infection which may cause complications for a proportion of patients . This article discusses the infection , treatment options and how transmission can be prevented.

HIV AND AIDS
HIV and AIDS continues to spread. This article looks at how the infection is transmitted and how to prevent it.

HIV PREVENTION
There are several measures you can take to help limit the risk of HIV. This article looks at how HIV is contracted and what can be done to prevent infection.

IMPETIGO
Impetigo is a contagious skin infection that is mainly found in children. This article looks at treatment and prevention of the condition.

INFLUENZA (FLU)
Influenza is a debilitating illness which can be serious in the elderly and those with weak immune systems. This article profiles the symptoms, and the flu injection available to help prevent it.

LISTERIA
This is a food-borne illness which is dangerous for pregnant women and those with weak immune systems. This article profiles the illness and how to minimise your risk of getting it.

MALARIA
Malaria is transmitted by mosquitoes at many popular tourist spots around the world. This article offers recommendations on how to prevent this serious disease.

MEASLES
Measles is a common childhood illness but immunisation can help prevent it. This article looks at the symptoms, treatment and prevention of English Measles.

MENINGITIS
Meningitis is a serious illness which can lead to life threatening complications. This article discusses the different forms of meningitis and the warning signs.

METRONIDAZOLE
Metronidazole is used to fight bacterial infections. This article outlines how the drug works and its potential side effects.

MOUTH ULCERS
Mouth ulcers are a common problem. This article outlines the common causes and offers guidance on treatment.

MUMPS
This childhood illness was common prior to a vaccine being developed. This article looks at the symptoms, complications and treatment of mumps.

NON-SPECIFIC URETHRITIS (NSU)
NSU is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases among men. This article looks at the symptoms and treatment of the condition.

PELVIC INFLAMMATORY DISEASE
Pelvic inflammatory disease is a serious disorder which can lead to infertility. This article discusses the symptoms and what can be done to help.

PENICILLIN V
This medicine is often used to treat chest and throat infections. This article profiles the drug and its side effects.

PINWORM INFECTION
Pinworm is a common infection among children. This article looks at the symptoms of pinworms and the recommended treatment.

PNEUMOCOCCAL INFECTION AND VACCINATION
This article outlines the people who may benefit from vaccination against this common and potentially serious infection.

PNEUMONIA
Pneumonia is still a serious illness despite the widespread use of antibiotics. This article outlines the different types of pneumonia, the symptoms, and how it is treated.

QUININE SULPHATE
This medicine is used to treat night cramps, malaria and other infective species. This article profiles the drug and its side effects.

RELENZA
This article gives an outline of some new anti-viral agents (Relenza and Tamiflu) which have a role in treating cases of influenza.

RINGWORM AND TINEA INFECTION
Ringworm is a common infection in children and is responsible for athlete's foot and jock itch in adults. This article looks at how to treat and prevent the infection.

RUBELLA
German measles is normally a mild illness but is serious in pregnant women because of the risks of birth defects. This article provides an overview of the illness.

SALMONELLA
Salmonella is a common source of food poisoning. This article provides information on treatment and prevention of the illness.

SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES
The range of STDs continues to increase, with the finding that more diseases can be spread through sexual activity. This article provides an overview of STDs and the role of condoms in helping to prevent them.

SHINGLES (HERPES ZOSTER)
Shingles is a painful condition which mainly affects older people. This article outlines the treatment of the illness and its relationship to the chickenpox virus.

SLAPPED CHEEK DISEASE (FIFTH DISEASE)
Slapped cheek disease is a mild illness among children but can be serious in pregnancy. This article looks at the symptoms and what can be done to help.

SORE THROAT
A sore throat is a symptom of many different illnesses. This article provides an overview of some of the causes and what can be done to help.

STREP THROAT
An estimated 10 percent of sore throats are due to strep throat. This article discusses the symptoms and the controversy over the use of antibiotics to cure it.

TAMIFLU
This is an anti-viral drug that is indicated for the treatment and prevention of influenza, including bird flu. This article gives an overview of the drug and dose regimes.

TAPEWORM INFECTION
This article provides an overview of the causes of tapeworm, the symptoms and how to treat an infection.

TETRACYCLINES
These antibiotics are used to treat many common infections, sexually transmitted diseases and acne. This article profiles the medication.

TOXOPLASMOSIS
Toxoplasmosis is an infection carried by cats that can be dangerous in pregnancy. This article looks at the risks of infection.

TUBERCULOSIS
TB is a major health problem in developing countries and is still seen in Western countries. This article offers an in depth overview of the illness.

URINARY INFECTIONS
Urinary infections are a common problem for women. This article discusses the causes and how to treat them.

WHOOPING COUGH
Whooping cough is dangerous in babies and young children. This article looks at the symptoms, treatment and prevention of the illness.

A-Z of Infectious Diseases