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.

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.

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.

Prevention of Whitmore disease can be done by keeping the environment clean, disinfecting skin wounds promptly, and seeing a doctor immediately if you notice any suspicious signs. There is currently no vaccine to prevent Whitmore disease.

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.