Viral Diseases in Humans

These flashcards cover various viral diseases in humans categorized by their type, including sexually transmitted, childhood, respiratory, skin, digestive tract, nervous system diseases, and other diseases.

HIV/AIDS

A sexually transmitted disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus, leading to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.

Genital warts

A sexually transmitted infection caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), resulting in wart-like growths in the genital area.

Measles

A highly contagious viral disease characterized by a high fever and a distinct rash.

Common cold

A viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, commonly caused by rhinoviruses.

Influenza

A contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses, leading to fever, cough, and body aches.

Shingles

A viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus, resulting in a painful rash and lesions.

Gastroenteritis

Inflammation of the stomach and intestines, often due to viral infections, leading to diarrhea and vomiting.

Rabies

A viral disease that affects the nervous system, typically transmitted through the bite of an infected animal.

Ebola

A serious viral disease characterized by fever, vomiting, and bleeding, caused by the Ebola virus.

Zika virus

A virus transmitted primarily by Aedes mosquitoes, associated with birth defects when pregnant women are infected.