Poliomyelitis

Introduction Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nail unit caused by dermatophytes, non-dermatophyte molds (NDM) and yeast. 1,2 It is the most common nail infection encountered in clinical practice, 3 with a worldwide prevalence of 5.5%, and an estimated prevalence of 2% to 14% in the United States (US), 4 and 0.5% to 24% in Europe. 5–8 Risk factors include prior dermatologic conditions, such as hyperhidrosis, tinea pedis, and psoriasis, as well as exogenous factors, including occlusive shoes, trauma, and poor nail grooming. Comorbidities, such as diabetes mellitus, immunosuppression, malignancy, venous insufficiency, peripheral arterial disease, obesity, and inflammatory bowel disease also increase risk. 4 Altered foot biomechanics due to biomechanical malignments, congenital deformities, or neurological deficits can result in repetitive microtrauma during walking and increase the risk of infection and recurrence. 9,10 Genetics may predispose to developing infection 1...

Tinea manuum is a type of skin infection that is usually caused by the same type of fungus that causes athlete's foot. Also called ringworm, this infection is contagious and can spread to different parts of the body. This article will explore the types of tinea infections, what causes them, and who is at risk, as well as what to do if you develop one of these infections. Nitcharee Sukhontapirom / Getty Images Types of Tinea Manuum Tinea is the name given to a group of infections caused by a fungus, known most commonly as ringworm. There isn't just one kind of ringworm—in fact, there are more than 40 types of fungus that can cause these infections. They can include fungi from the genus: Trichophyton Microsporum Epidermophyton Ringworm infections can be called by many names, and in most cases the name is based on the part of the body affected. Manuum refers to infections that develop on the hands. Tinea barbae : Affects...

Polio in New York State – September 2022 On July 21, 2022, the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) and the Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) alerted the public to a case of polio in a Rockland County resident. Identified by NYSDOH's Wadsworth Center Laboratory and confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), NYSDOH continues to work in lockstep with local, national, and global public health authorities to conduct case investigation, protect against spread, and urge vaccination – the best tool to keep New Yorkers and New York children polio-free. What is polio? Polio is a serious and life-threatening disease. A virus that can affect the nervous system and cause muscle weakness, some polio cases can result in paralysis or death. There is no cure for polio, but it is preventable through safe and effective vaccination. How does polio spread? Polio is very contagious, and a person can spread the virus even if they aren't...

Poliomyelitis ("polio") is a severe and potentially life threatening condition caused by the poliovirus. If you had a polio infection as a child and have since recovered, it's still possible to develop a complication called post-polio syndrome (PPS). One of the most significant effects of PPS is permanent muscle wasting, which can affect your mobility. PPS shows up much later after recovering from a polio infection, often several decades later. PPS affects an estimated one-quarter to nearly one-half of all people who recover from polio. If you or a loved one have had a polio infection, it's important to talk with a doctor about the possibility of developing PPS. Learn more about the possible symptoms of this polio-related complication, and how doctors might diagnose and treat it. The exact cause of PPS is unknown . Experts think PPS may develop as a result of stress on motor neurons from a previous polio infection. While you might recover from the initial infection,...

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A Rutgers infectious disease expert explains why getting the annual flu shot is important to individual and public health While social distancing and wearing masks kept the 2021-2022 flu season milder than pre-pandemic levels, experts who expect flu cases to rise this year as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted are urging people to get their flu vaccine to prevent the nation's health care system from being overwhelmed by influenza and the pandemic. David Cennimo , an infectious disease expert at  Rutgers New Jersey Medical School , discusses what you can do to protect yourself during the upcoming flu season. What can we learn from last year's flu season and what should we expect this year? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the 2021–2022 flu season was mild and driven by A(H3N2) , a strain that was covered in last year's vaccination and is being included in 2022–2023 vaccines. The CDC's preliminary figures ...

Itchy feet? Although you may chalk it up to plain old restlessness, it could also be athlete's foot or eczema. These two conditions are distinct, but people often confuse them because of their similar symptoms. This article distinguishes between athlete's foot and eczema and provides you with tips to prevent and manage each condition. Athlete's foot, also known as tinea pedis , is a fungal skin infection that can occur on your feet. It most commonly affects the skin between the toes but can also spread to the sole, the heel, and under the toenails. The infection is contagious and can spread through direct skin contact or contact with skin flakes. It can enter through open skin, cracks, or wounds, and it thrives in moist and warm environments. That's why this infection commonly occurs on feet. For example, people commonly contract the infection through standing in communal showers. On the other hand, eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic inflammatory skin...