The following points highlight the two main causes of actively acquired immunity. The causes are: 1. Infectious Agents 2. Vaccination. Actively Acquired Immunity: Cause # 1. Infectious Agents: Infectious Agents of two types: (a) Some Infections: Diphtheria, whooping cough, small pox and mumps induce a long lasting immunity, (b) Some Infections: Common cold and influenza confer immunity lasting for a short [...]
In this article we will discuss about Genus Leptospira:- 1. Introduction to Genus Leptospira 2. Resistance of Genus Leptospira 3. Pathogenesis and Disease 4. Laboratory Diagnosis 5. Treatment. Contents: Introduction to Genus Leptospira Resistance of Genus Leptospira Pathogenesis and Disease of Genus Leptospira in Man Laboratory Diagnosis of Genus Leptospira Treatment of Genus Leptospira 1. Introduction to Genus Leptospira: Leptospirae [...]
The below mentioned article provides a study note on Chlamydial Infection. Introduction to Chlamydial Infection: The genus chlamydia includes organisms previously called as Psittacosis-Lymphogranuloma venereum, Trachoma group (PL T) organism. The generic name Bedsonia has also been used in recognition of Bedson; but by the rules of nomenclature chlamydiae has priority. It is now clear that the chlamydiae are small [...]