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What is Whitmore's disease and how does it manifest?
Melioidosis, also known as Whitmore's disease, is an infectious disease that can infect humans or animals. The cause of the disease is the bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei that exists in contaminated water and soil. This disease mainly occurs in tropical countries, especially in Southeast Asia and northern Australia, and is transmitted to humans and animals through direct contact with contaminated sources.
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Is Whitmore's disease dangerous? How to treat?
Melioidosis, also known as Whitmore's disease, is an infectious disease caused by the Gram-negative bacillus Burkholderia pseudomallei. The bacillus is found in soil and water. It is a major health problem in endemic areas, especially Vietnam and Northern Australia. The disease exists in acute and chronic forms with symptoms of back pain, pain in bones and joints, severe cough, skin infections, lung lymph nodes and pneumonia.
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Is Whitmore's disease contagious?
Whitmore's disease, also known as Melioidosis, is a dangerous acute infectious disease caused by the bacteria Burkholderia pseudomallei. Whitmore's disease has a very diverse clinical picture, the disease progresses rapidly and can lead to death. In particular, the disease has a high mortality rate if the patient is not properly diagnosed and treated with appropriate antibiotics.
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More people with Whitmore's disease - precautions to avoid
Whitmore is one of the acute infectious diseases with high danger level, causing rapid death and increasing rate. Because Whitmore is a disease that has no vaccine for vaccination, everyone needs to proactively take measures to prevent Whitmore disease to protect the health of themselves and their families.
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Understanding Burkholderia Cepacia
The burkholderia cepacia bacteria is one of the agents that cause many dangerous diseases. In particular, they can weaken the patient's immune system and cause lung necrosis.
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Whitmore's Disease (Melioidosis): What you need to know
Melioidosis, also known as Whitmore’s disease or “Vietnam Time Bomb,” is caused by the bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei. The bacteria are found in soil and water in tropical regions, especially Southeast Asia and northern Australia. Humans and other animals become infected through exposure to the bacteria in the environment.
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