Learning Different Fever Illnesses

With this flashcard set, you will learn the names of different fever illnesses, their definitions, signs, and symptoms.

Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Definition: a common viral infection that affects the nose, throat, and airways (sinuses, nasal passages, pharynx, and larynx). The vast majority of URTIs are caused by viruses.
Symptoms: cough, sneezing, nasal discharge, nasal congestion, runny nose, fever, scratchy/sore throat, and nasal breathing

Neonatal Sepsis

Definition: a blood infection that occurs in an infant younger than 90 days old
Symptoms: breathing problems, body temp. changes, diarrhea or decreased bowel movements, low blood sugar, reduced movements, reduced sucking (referring to babies), seizures, slow or fast heart rate, swollen belly area, vomiting, yellow skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice).

Meningitis

Definition: inflammation of the fluid and membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord.
Symptoms: headache, fever, stiff neck, pain in back, muscles, pain in neck, chills, fatigue, lethargy, loss of appetite, malaise, shivering, nausea, vomiting, rashes (blotchy or red), irritability, fast breathing, fast heart rate, sleepiness

Pneumonia

Definition: an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. The air sacs may fill with fluid or pus, causing cough with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, and difficulty breathing
Symptoms: fever, chills, difficulty breathing, sharp pain in the chest, dehydration, fatigue, loss of appetite, malaise, clammy skin, sweating, fast/shallow/shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, fast heart rate

Pyelonephritis (kidney infection)

Definition: type of urinary tract infection that generally begins in your urethra or bladder and travels to one or both of your kidneys
Symptoms: fever, frequent urination, pain in the back, side or groin, pain during urination, cloudy urine, foul smelling urine, blood in urine, chills, fatigue, loss of appetite, malaise, nausea/vomiting, fast heart rate

Acute Otitis Media

Definition: a painful type of ear infection occuring when the area behind the eardrum (middle ear) becomes inflamed and infected
Symptoms: fever, loss of appetite, vertigo, ears ringing or inflamed, crying, headache, headache, nasal congestion, nausea.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Definition: caused by bacteria in the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra. This bacteria can build up and cause an infection if the body's immune system can't fight it. In infants, this could have been caused by a dirty diaper or if the baby was wiped from back to front.
Symptoms: pain in the bladder, groin, lower abdomen or pelvis, pain can occur during urination, foul smelling urine, frequent urination, bladder spasm, cloudy urine, dark urine, persistent urge to urinate, sense of incomplete bladder emptying, blood in urine, fatigue, fever, malaise, cramping, or vaginal irritation

Measles

Definition: a viral exanthem. Viral exanthems are eruptive skin rashes that are often related to a viral infection.
Symptoms: dry cough, runny nose, inflamed eyes, sore throat, fever, red/blotchy skin rash, pain in the muscles, malaise, fatigue, loss of appetite, sneezing, pink eye, diarrhea, headache, kaplik's spots, sensitivity to light, or swollen lymph nodes

Rubella

Definition: a contagious viral infection best identified by the red rash it causes
Symptoms: mild fever, headache, malaise, enlarged lymph nodes, eye rashes, or runny nose

Roseola

Definition: a viral infection commonly affecting young children, usually by the age of two, and is caused by two strains of herpes virus
Symptoms: fever, loss of appetite, irritability, skin rash, swollen lymph nodes, runny nose, sore throat, or red spots on the soft palate (roof of mouth)

Fifth Disease

Definition: a common and highly contagious disease that often results in a red rash on the arms, legs, and cheeks.
Symptoms: sore throat, slight fever, upset stomach, headache, fatigue, itching, rash on face, coughing, nausea, runny nose

Varicella (Chickenpox)

Definition: a highly contagious infection that causes an itchy, blister-like rash on a person's skin
Symptoms: itching, blisters, scabs, ulcers, red spots, fatigue, fever, loss of appetite, headache, sore throat, or swollen lymph nodes

Scarlet Fever

Definition: a bacterial illness that causes a red rash covering most of the body appearing on the face, neck, trunk, arms, and legs. It develops in some people who have strep throat.
Symptoms: bright red rash covering most of the body, sore throat, high fever, pain while swallowing, peeling skin, rough skin, red spots/red lines in skin folds, malaise, enlarged lymph nodes, nausea, swollen/bumpy tongue that's red, or swollen tonsils

Gastroenteritis

Definition: Viral Gastroenteritis - also called a stomach flu, is an intestinal infection. Bacterial Gastroenteritis - occurs when bacteria causes an infection in your gut and causes inflammation in your stomach and intestines. Parasitic Gastroenteritis - caused by large numbers of gastrointestinal nematodes that reside in the person's abdomen and intestines.
Symptoms: Viral Gastroenteritis - diarrhea, cramps, nausea, vomiting, low-grade fever, pain in abdomen, belching, gagging, indigestion, flatulence, chills, dehydration, fatigue, lethargy, lightheadedness, loss of appetite, fast heart rate, headache, insufficient urine production, weakness, or weight loss. Bacterial Gastroenteritis - loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pains, and cramps, blood in your stools, or fever. Parasitic Gastroenteritis - diarrhea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain and cramps, headaches, low blood pressure, dizziness and fainting.

Food Poisoning (Foodborne Illness)

Definition: an illness caused by eating contaminated food possibly contaminated by infectious organisms or their toxins
Symptoms: cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pain in abdomen or rectum, chills, dizziness, fatigue, fever, lightheadedness, loss of appetite, malaise, sweating, bloating, gagging, indigestion, flatulence, headache, or weakness

Volvulus

Definition: occurs due to the twisting of the gastrointestinal tract
Symptoms: belly pain, bloating, nausea, bloody stools, constipation, vomiting, dehydration, water-electrolyte imbalance, abdominal guarding, lump in abdomen, or tenderness

Intussusception

Definition: a rare condition in which one part of the intestines slides into another part. This is known as telescoping and this blocks food and fluids from passing through.
Symptoms: sudden, loud crying, vomiting, stool mixed with blood and mucus, pain in abdomen, pain can occur while defecating, nausea, bloating, diarrhea, fatigue, lethargy, loss of appetite, cramping or lump in the abdomen.

Cellulitis

Definition: a common skin infection that is potentially serious upon progression (if bacteria in the skin spread rapidly). Treatment must include antibiotics and without it, cellulitis can be life-threatening. Staphylococcus and streptococcus bacteria are the most common causes of this illness.
Symptoms: pain in the skin/infected area, warm skin, blistering of the skin, red rashes, swelling, chills, fever, malaise, pus

Mononucleosis (Mono or Kissing Disease)

Definition: a contagious disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus but other viruses can cause similar symptoms. Mononucleosis is spread through saliva and things such as kissing, sharing drinks, or sharing food. Treatments for Mono include: pain medications, rest, fluids, over-the-counter pain and fever-reducing medications
Symptoms: fatigue, fever, rash, swollen glands, pain can occur while swallowing/sore throat, chills, malaise, body ache, swollen lymph nodes, swollen tonsils, headache, nausea

Appendicitis

Definition: Appendicitis occurs when there's a blockage in the lining of the appendix that results in infection. Bacteria in the lining multiply rapidly and cause the appendix to be inflamed, swollen, and filled with pus. Treatments include surgery to prevent the appendix from rupturing.
Symptoms: pain in the abdomen/mid-abdomen/right lower abdomen (pain can be dull, sharp, mild, or severe), chills, fever, loss of appetite, malaise, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting,