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difference
  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Sterilization and disinfection are two methods of decontamination. The main difference between them is that sterilization kills all microorganisms present in an object or place, including spores, while disinfection only reduces the number of harmful microorganisms to prevent transmission. DisinfectiRead more

    Sterilization and disinfection are two methods of decontamination. The main difference between them is that sterilization kills all microorganisms present in an object or place, including spores, while disinfection only reduces the number of harmful microorganisms to prevent transmission. Disinfection is a common and simple method of decontamination used on a daily basis, while sterilization is predominantly used in medical, industrial, and scientific areas.

    In summary, sterilization is the process of killing all microorganisms, while disinfection is the process of reducing the number of harmful microorganisms to prevent transmission.

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    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Antiseptics and disinfectants are both chemical agents that kill germs, but they have different applications. Antiseptic is used on living tissues, such as skin, wounds, or hands, to reduce the number of microorganisms present. Disinfectant is used on non-living surfaces, such as countertops, door hRead more

    Antiseptics and disinfectants are both chemical agents that kill germs, but they have different applications. Antiseptic is used on living tissues, such as skin, wounds, or hands, to reduce the number of microorganisms present. Disinfectant is used on non-living surfaces, such as countertops, door handles, or equipment, to kill microorganisms. Disinfectants are generally more toxic than antiseptics because they are not meant to be used on human tissue.

    In summary, the main difference between antiseptics and disinfectants is that an antiseptic is applied to the body, while disinfectants are applied to non-living surfaces.

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sterilization
  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Sterilization refers to any process that removes, kills, or deactivates all forms of life (particularly microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, spores, and unicellular eukaryotic organisms) and other biological agents such as prions present in or on a specific surface, object, or fluid. SterilizatioRead more

    Sterilization refers to any process that removes, kills, or deactivates all forms of life (particularly microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, spores, and unicellular eukaryotic organisms) and other biological agents such as prions present in or on a specific surface, object, or fluid. Sterilization can be achieved through various means, including heat, chemicals, irradiation, high pressure, and filtration.

    There are several methods of sterilization, including physical, radiation, ultrasonic, and chemical methods. Physical methods include moist heat (such as steaming), dry heat (such as in a hot air oven), and filtration. Chemical sterilization can be achieved with substances such as ethyl alcohol, mercuric chloride, and sodium hypochlorite.

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streptococcus
  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Streptococcus is a genus of gram-positive coccus or spherical bacteria that belongs to the family Streptococcaceae, within the order Lactobacillales (lactic acid bacteria), in the phylum Bacillota. In the medical setting, the most important groups are the alpha-hemolytic streptococci S. pneumoniae aRead more

    Streptococcus is a genus of gram-positive coccus or spherical bacteria that belongs to the family Streptococcaceae, within the order Lactobacillales (lactic acid bacteria), in the phylum Bacillota. In the medical setting, the most important groups are the alpha-hemolytic streptococci S. pneumoniae and Streptococcus viridans group, and the beta-hemolytic streptococci of Lancefield groups A and B (also known as “group A strep” and “group B strep”).

    Streptococci infections are divided into several groups: Group A streptococcus, Group B streptococcus, Group C streptococcus, and Group G streptococcus. Group A strep, sometimes called GAS, tends to affect the throat and the skin. People may carry GAS in these areas yet not show any symptoms of illness. Most group A strep infections cause relatively mild illness, but on rare occasions, these bacteria can lead to severe and even life-threatening diseases.

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shock
  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Septic shock is a result of a systemic response to infection or multiple infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses. Sepsis commonly originates from abdominal or digestive system infections, lung infections like pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and reproductive system infection. Most casesRead more

    Septic shock is a result of a systemic response to infection or multiple infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses. Sepsis commonly originates from abdominal or digestive system infections, lung infections like pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and reproductive system infection. Most cases of septic shock are caused by gram-positive bacteria, followed by endotoxin-producing gram-negative bacteria, although fungal infections are an increasingly prevalent cause of septic shock.

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measles
  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Common complications associated with measles are ear infections, diarrhea, and pneumonia. Serious complications include encephalitis (swelling of the brain) that can lead to convulsions and can leave the child deaf or with an intellectual disability. Other complications may include bronchitis, larynRead more

    Common complications associated with measles are ear infections, diarrhea, and pneumonia. Serious complications include encephalitis (swelling of the brain) that can lead to convulsions and can leave the child deaf or with an intellectual disability. Other complications may include bronchitis, laryngitis, or croup.

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diphtheria
  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Complications from diphtheria are rare, but serious if not treated. They may include inflammation of the heart muscle (myocarditis) which can potentially cause death, and damage to the nerves which can lead to paralysis of the limbs, eye muscles, and diaphragm causing respiratory failure. Swelling aRead more

    Complications from diphtheria are rare, but serious if not treated. They may include inflammation of the heart muscle (myocarditis) which can potentially cause death, and damage to the nerves which can lead to paralysis of the limbs, eye muscles, and diaphragm causing respiratory failure. Swelling and inflammation of the organs, including testicles (orchitis), pancreas (pancreatitis), ovaries (oophoritis), breasts (mastitis), brain (encephalitis), and membrane around the brain and spinal cord (meningitis) may also occur. Other complications noted include hearing loss and miscarriage during pregnancy.

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diphtheria
  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Diphtheria is a bacterial infection of the nose and throat caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae. It is transmitted through airborne droplets and contaminated personal or household items such as respiratory droplets from person to person through coughing or sneezing, coming in contact with an infectRead more

    Diphtheria is a bacterial infection of the nose and throat caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae. It is transmitted through airborne droplets and contaminated personal or household items such as respiratory droplets from person to person through coughing or sneezing, coming in contact with an infected object, or coming in contact with skin lesions of an infected person.

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mumps
  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Mumps is caused by a virus called the mumps virus. It spreads by person-to-person contact through saliva, droplets released during sneezing or coughing, nasal secretions, sharing utensils with an infected person, or touching contaminated surfaces.

    Mumps is caused by a virus called the mumps virus. It spreads by person-to-person contact through saliva, droplets released during sneezing or coughing, nasal secretions, sharing utensils with an infected person, or touching contaminated surfaces.

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mumps
  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Mumps is a viral infection that affects the salivary glands, which causes swelling in one or both of these glands. It is caused by a virus that spreads by person-to-person contact through saliva, droplets released during sneezing or coughing, nasal secretions, sharing utensils with an infected persoRead more

    Mumps is a viral infection that affects the salivary glands, which causes swelling in one or both of these glands. It is caused by a virus that spreads by person-to-person contact through saliva, droplets released during sneezing or coughing, nasal secretions, sharing utensils with an infected person, or touching contaminated surfaces.

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