Pediatric Infectious Diseases and Therapy

Blood Infectious Diseases, Urinary Tract Infections and Sepsis or Septicemia

Microorganisms such as viruses or bacteria that are carried in the bloodstream and can cause disease in humans are known as blood borne infections. Malaria, syphilis, and brucellosis are among the many bloods borne diseases, as are Hepatitis B (HBV), Hepatitis C (HCV), and the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). HBV and HIV are blood borne diseases that can be transmitted by coming into touch with infected human blood or other potentially infectious body fluids. These pathogens can spread from one person to another through a variety of means, including blood transfusions, sexual contact, open wounds, mucous membranes, and more. Health-care professionals are at risk of contracting blood-borne infections (HCWs).

·         Blood Disorders

·         Contamination of Blood Products

·         Sepsis

·         Infections affecting White Blood Cells

·         Blood Transfusion

Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are bacterial infections that can occur anywhere in the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. UTIs are common and can affect people of all ages, but they're more prevalent in women.

Sepsis or Septicemia

Sepsis, commonly referred to as septicemia, is a potentially life- threatening medical condition characterized by a systemic inflammatory response to infection. It occurs when the body's response to an infection becomes dysregulated, leading to widespread inflammation that can affect multiple organ systems. Sepsis can arise from infections in various parts of the body, including the lungs, abdomen, urinary tract, or skin.