Penis erection mechanism

Penis

The penis is the male sexual organ of vertebrates, responsible for depositing sperm in the woman’s vagina. It has a dual function, as it is through the penis that sperm and urine are eliminated through the urethral canal. Therefore, it Read more

Pneumonia

Diseases Caused by Protozoa

The protozoa are transmitted by protozoa diseases. Despite being free-living organisms, in most cases, some protozoa are parasites of animals and humans. Amebiasis, Giardiasis, Malaria, Chagas disease are some of these protozooses. The parasites are usually transmitted by water and Read more

Measles

Botulism

Botulism is a rare disease caused by bacteria . The etiologic agent is Clostridium botulinum . This bacterium is found in the soil and in foods of plant and animal origin. It releases neurotoxins (toxins that attack neurons) that can Read more

Diseases Caused by Bacteria

Diseases Caused by Bacteria

Diseases caused by bacteria, also known as bacteriosis, can be easily treated with antibiotics, or their worsening can lead to death. Most bacteria are transmitted by eating contaminated food or in contact with sick people. Symptoms are varied, depending on Read more

The flu

Antibodies

Antibodies, also called immunoglobulins (Ig), are protein structures found in blood plasma. They act against invading organisms in the body, such as bacteria and viruses. Occupation The main function of antibodies is the defense of the organism , which acts Read more

Virus-Caused Diseases

Virus-Caused Diseases

Diseases caused by viruses, also called viruses , are those that have several viruses as their etiologic agent. Some of them, if not treated, can lead the patient to death. They generally do not have a specific treatment, since the Read more

Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya

Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya

Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya are diseases caused by viruses that have spread very quickly in Brazil and are already found in all states, representing dangerous epidemics. Know more about each one. What are the differences between Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya? Read more

AIDS

AIDS

AIDS is the most advanced stage of the disease caused by the HIV virus, which affects the immune system. AIDS is the acronym for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome . AIDS is the set of symptoms and infections resulting from the damage Read more

Polio

Polio

Polio, also called infantile paralysis, is an infectious disease caused by viruses (poliovirus). It usually occurs in children up to 5 years old, but it can occur in adults who have not had the vaccine. Polio is a very serious Read more