Here are 10 bacterial diseases that can be silent killers and should be watched out for:
Chlamydia: Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection that can cause serious complications, such as pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility in women. It can also lead to epididymitis and infertility in men.
Syphilis: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection that can lead to serious complications, such as neurosyphilis, cardiovascular syphilis, and even death.
Lyme disease: Lyme disease is caused by Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria and is transmitted through the bite of infected ticks. It can lead to severe symptoms, such as joint pain, facial paralysis, and heart palpitations.
Legionnaires' disease: Legionnaires' disease is caused by Legionella pneumophila bacteria and can lead to severe pneumonia, sepsis, and even death. It is transmitted through inhaling contaminated water droplets.
Pertussis: Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria and can lead to severe respiratory distress, particularly in infants and young children.
Tuberculosis: Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria and primarily affects the lungs. It can be fatal if left untreated and can spread to other organs.
Gonorrhea: Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection that can lead to serious complications, such as pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and an increased risk of HIV transmission.
Streptococcus pneumoniae: Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria can cause serious infections, such as pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis. It can be fatal, particularly in young children and the elderly.
Group B Streptococcus (GBS): GBS bacteria can cause severe infections in newborns, including sepsis, pneumonia, and meningitis.
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib): Hib bacteria can cause serious infections, such as meningitis, pneumonia, and sepsis, particularly in young children. Vaccination has significantly reduced the incidence of Hib infections in many countries.
