9 Things You Must Know About Eclampsia By Krista Kamp
There are various types of health conditions that can affect people’s reproductive system in negative ways. An example of one of these health conditions is Eclampsia; which is a condition that involves seizures in women with severe cases of preeclampsia. There are various things to know about this condition including; causes, risks, preventions, and treatments. […]
Overview of Gonorrhea
For a completely treatable, non-life-threatening sexually transmitted disease, gonorrhea has a pretty terrible reputation. Just the word sounds menacing and mysterious – like apocalypse or cacophony. In today’s society, a stigma surrounds STDs. STDs aren’t openly talked about, and as a result, many people lack the education necessary to prevent, recognize, and seek treatment for […]
9 Things You Must Know About Vaginosis By Jacob Dawson
People sometimes mistake Vaginosis for a yeast infection. Like all sexually transmitted diseases protecting yourself is the key to prevention. So here are the 9 things you must know about Vaginosis! 1. Vaginosis is a disease of the vagina caused by bacteria and can be sexually transmitted from partner to partner by going directly from […]
Questions to Ask Your Doctor About a UTI by Kristen King
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection caused by bacteria that affects any part of your urinary system including the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. A urinary tract infection can be called something different depending on where the infection is along the urinary track. If it is located in the kidneys it is called […]
Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER) / Heartburn / Acid Reflux
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is when Heartburn occurs more than twice a week over a period of time. When acid backs up from the stomach into the esophagus it erodes the lining causing problems. Do you have heartburn and are not sure what to do? Avoid alcohol, coffee, spicy foods, etc Avoid overeating Eat small […]
9 Things You Must Know About HPV by Kathleen Province
Genital human papillomavirus is the most common sexually transmitted disease, and there are more than 100 different types of this virus. The HPV virus causes warts to develop, and there are 40 different strands responsible for the warts that form on the genitals. HPV can cause serious health problems if it is not addressed, and […]
Format for Microbiology Lab Paper | Unknown Lab Report
Microbiology Unknown Lab Report Unknown Number 111- Gram Negative By: Allyson Peludat 12/3/2013 Microbiology 203 Fall 2013 Introduction Microbes are everywhere. Microbes, or bacteria, are in the grass, in the toilet, in Antarctica and even make up the human body. The number one misinterpreted statement is, “Bacteria is bad”. Bacteria allow humans to survive every […]
9 Things You Must Know About Non-Gonococcal Urethritis by Chris Wilke
Doctor, it burns when I pee! How often have we dreaded saying that to our physician or heard it as part of a joke? Urethritis is nothing to be ashamed about. In fact many of the causes are simple infections that can be cured with a round of antibiotics! Further on I will examine many […]
Staphylococcus aureus | Microbiology Unknown Paper
Staphylococcus aureus UNKNOWN LAB REPORT General Microbiology Fall 2013 INTRODUCTION: Bacteria exist in millions and contain different properties. The structure of a bacterium can determine its pathogenicity and virulence. Each bacterium reacts differently in different environments. These factors are helpful in diagnosing and treating diseases or producing antibiotics. The methods used in this […]
How to Write a Microbiology Unknown Paper | Lab Report
UNKNOWN LAB REPORT Unknown Number 118 – Gram Positive Alternate Number 1 – Gram Negative Susan Berberich Biology 203 – Microbiology Fall/2013 Introduction: It has been estimated that there are 5 nonillion or 5 x 1030 bacteria on earth today. (1) Identification is key to know exactly how a particular bacteria should be treated or […]