Shingles, or herpes zoster, is a reactivation of the virus that causes what?

Spreading black necrosis (dying tissue), swelling, pain and bubbles are characteristic of which disease?

A small puncture wound on a woman's arm has become swollen, hot to the touch, and intensely painful. There is tissue necrosis (dying) but it is not "gassy," and under the microscope Gram-positive cocci in chains are present. Which of the following microbes is likely to be responsible?

14 year old Ashley seeks medical attention for pus-filled bumps on her chest and upper back. She explains that the bumps are not itchy and that she has not made any sudden changes to her diet. What bacteria might be the cause of her condition?

14 year old Ashley seeks medical attention for pus-filled bumps on her chest and upper back. She explains that the bumps are not itchy and that she has not made any sudden changes to her diet. What diagnosis might she receive?

A small puncture wound on a woman's arm has become swollen, hot to the touch, and intensely painful. There is tissue necrosis (dying) but it is not "gassy," and under the microscope Gram-positive cocci in chains are present. What diagnosis might she be given?

6 year old Timothy has a rash on the face, arms, upper legs, and torso. It is splotchy, red the child complains of itchiness. His mother reports Timothy had a fever two days ago. The signs and symptoms are consistent with

Encephalitis is an infection of

Contaminated food is the source of ________, which causes meningitis in the elderly and susceptible persons.

A baby arrives at an emergency room suffering from violent muscles spasms and difficulty breathing. The baby's body is so rigid a proper exam is difficult, but the staff note the baby is only a few weeks old and the umbilicus has not healed properly. The signs are consistent with which of the following diseases?

39) headaches, and is having difficulty staying awake. He reports having spent time in Africa on a missionary trip several months ago. Recently he spent time in a park where he went swimming in the lake and was bitten by a bat he attempted to catch. His cerebrospinal fluid is nearly clear, and contains long, slender, mobile cells. This description indicates infection with