Glossary
Vector: agent that transmits diseasePustules: elevation of skin containing pus
Splenitis: inflammation of spleen
PCR: Polymerase chain reaction, a technique used in molecular biology
Antipyretics: anti fever medication
Analgesics: painkiller
Fistula: abnormal connection between two organs
Bacteremia: presence of bacteria in blood
Encephalitis: acute inflammation of the brain
Neuroretinitis: infection of the retina
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