Infectious spondylitis is an infection of a person’s spine. Although it is a rare condition, it can be serious or life threatening. Causes and risk factors can include surgery, drug use, and other ...

Infectious thyroiditis can develop due to a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection. It can be acute or subacute, and can cause symptoms such as throat pain and thyroid gland swelling. “Thyroiditis” ...

Chagas disease is a protozoal infection transmitted by the “kissing bug.” It is a zoonotic infection, meaning it can infect both humans and animals. Chagas disease in dogs and humans can vary in ...