What is Hepatitis C from a Medical Perspective?
Hepatitis C is a viral infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV), an RNA virus primarily transmitted through blood-to-blood contact. It…
What is Hepatitis B from a Medical Perspective?
Hepatitis B is a viral infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV), a DNA virus that primarily targets the liver. It…
What is Syphilis from a Medical Perspective?
Syphilis is a chronic, systemic infectious disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It progresses in distinct stages and primarily spreads through sexual…
What is HIV/AIDS from a Medical Perspective?
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a lentivirus that attacks the immune system, specifically targeting CD4+ T-cells. This progressive destruction weakens the body's ability…
What is Gonorrhea?
Gonorrhea, also known as "the clap," is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It primarily affects the mucous membranes of the reproductive…
Professional Medical Interpretation of Chlamydia Infection (2023 Updated Edition)
Author: Dr. Zhang Weiming, Chief Physician Certified by: Infectious Diseases Branch of Chinese Medical Association Last Updated: August 20, 2023
I. Pathogenic Characteristics of…