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Dr. Abdul Aziz Salar's Profile
MBBS
Dr. Abdul has done his graduation in Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai and is pursuing DNB in General Medicine from Sundram Medical Foundation, Chennai. His interests include solving clinical problems, research, genetics, molecular biology and the English language.
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Scrub Typhus
Scrub typhus is a bacterial disease caused by Orientia tsutsugamushi. It is spread to humans by the bites of larvae called chiggers.
Syphilis - Tests and Diagnosis
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by Treponema pallidum. It causes infection most often in people with high risk sexual activities. It is also called “the great pretender”.
Extra Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Extra pulmonary tuberculosis is infection of tissues and organs other than the lungs by mycobacterium tuberculosis and related organisms.
Delirium
Delirium is a sudden disturbance in mental function that causes confusion and decreased awareness of one’s environment. It is classified into three subtypes – hyperactive, hypoactive and mixed.
Myocarditis
Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle. It is caused due to the body’s immune system reacting against itself. It presents in various ways and is difficult to diagnose.
