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How do infectious diseases spread?
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Infectious diseases can spread in a variety of ways: through the air, from direct or indirect contact with another person, soiled objects, skin or mucous membrane, saliva, urine, blood and body secretions, through sexual contact, and through contaminated food and water.
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Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
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What Are Infectious Diseases?
- Infectious diseases are caused by microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites.
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Common Ways Infectious Diseases Spread
- Direct Contact: Through touching, kissing, or sexual contact.
- Indirect Contact: Via contaminated surfaces or objects.
- Droplet Spread: Coughs and sneezes release droplets carrying germs.
- Airborne Transmission: Tiny particles linger in the air, infecting others.
- Vector-borne Transmission: Insects like mosquitoes or ticks carry diseases.
- Food and Water: Contamination leads to infections through consumption.
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Preventive Measures
- Practice basic hygiene like handwashing.
- Get vaccinations to protect against certain infections.
- Maintain safe food and water habits.
- Avoid close contact with sick individuals.
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When to Seek Medical Advice
- Recognize symptoms that may require a doctor's evaluation.
- Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial.
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Relevant Medical Specialties
- Infectious Disease Specialists and General Practitioners manage these conditions.
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Consult a Infectious Disease specialist or Consult a General Physician/ Internal Medicine Specialist
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