is "whooping cough" viral? if it is, is there a lysogenic or just a lytic cycle?
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Whooping cough is not viral but bacterial illness.It is preventable by vaccine
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The quick answer is "No", hepatitis C is a viral infection, transmitted by blood and bodily fluids (similar to how HIV is transmitted).\n\nLupus is an "autoimmune" disease, where the body makes antibodies against itself.  Noone knows what triggers the body to make the mistake initially, but once it starts it is generally a lifelong condition and can affect many organ systems.\n\nInterestingly (and here is the long answer), one mechanism by which the mistake is thought to be made is after an infection (especially viral infections), when the body's immune system is all geared up and then starts to attack itself.  Maybe their are some proteins on the virus that look similar to ones that we make naturally, and so the body is fooled into fighting them. Hepatitic C, being a viral infection, could *in theory* set off a cascade like this, though the likelihood of any given Hepatitis C infection leading to lupus would be *extremely* rare.
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it doesnt....it just doesnt reproduce. Now, the body can get rid of certain infections on its own which is where the virus load actually decreases.Hope that was helpful. I'm sure you were expecting some big long drawn out answer which I could give you about how antibodies in the body work....but thats not what you asked.
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In the majority of cases, coughs are caused by respiratory infections, including:\n• colds or influenza, the most common causes of coughs\n• bronchitis, an inflammation of the mucous membranes of the bronchial tubes\n• croup, a viral inflammation of the larynx, windpipe, and bronchial passages that produces a bark-like cough in children\n• whooping cough, a bacterial infection accompanied by the high-pitched cough for which it is named\n• pneumonia, a potentially serious bacterial infection that produces discolored or bloody mucus\n• tuberculosis, another serious bacterial infection that produces bloody sputum
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That can happen. Its just a reflex from the coughing, nothing to worry about. Now, the coughing could be something. Is it just a cold or have you had it awhile...if so, see a doctor, pronto.
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I am white and American but have eaten raw shell fish in the past and had unprotected sex in the 70's. I have been tested four times due to these factors. I am lucky, my test came back negative but I have not been vaccinated as I do not practice either of those two habits any longer and the shots are not suggested for people with AOPID.
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no\nInfectious mononucleosis\nFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia\n(Redirected from Mononucleosis)\nJump to: navigation, search\nInfectious mononucleosis ICD-10 B27 \nICD-9 075 \nInfectious mononucleosis (also known in North America as mono, the kissing disease or Pfeiffer's disease, and more commonly known as glandular fever in other English-speaking countries) is a disease seen most commonly in adolescents and young adults, characterized by fever, sore throat and fatigue. It is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) or the cytomegalovirus (CMV). It is typically transmitted from asymptomatic individuals through saliva or blood, or by sharing a drinking glass, eating utensils, or needles. The disease is far less contagious than is commonly thought. Since the causative virus is also found in the mucus of the infected person, it can also spread through coughing or sneezing.\n\nIt is estimated that 90% to 95% of adults in the world have EBV-antibodies, having been infected with the Epstein-Barr virus at some point in their lives. The vast majority of infections do not result in the development of mononucleosis. The virus infects B cells (B-lymphocytes), producing a reactive lymphocytosis and the atypical T cells (T-lymphocytes). Early childhood infections often cause no symptoms. In developed countries with less crowded conditions and better hygiene, children do not commonly become infected until adolescence. Since they also typically begin dating at that age, the co-occurrence of mono and kissing have led to its being called the "kissing disease," although this is but one of its modes of transmission.\n\nThe disease is so-named because the count of mononuclear leukocytes (white blood cells with a one-lobed nucleus) rises significantly. There are two main types of mononuclear leukocytes: monocytes and lymphocytes. They normally account for about 35% of all white blood cells. With Mono, it can become 50-70% Also, the total white blood count increases 10000-20000 per cubic millimeter.\n\nContents [hide]\n1 Epidemiology \n2 Clinical presentation \n3 Atypical presentations of mononucleosis/EBV infection \n4 Laboratory tests \n5 Treatment \n6 Mortality/morbidity \n6.1 Interactions with common drugs \n7 External links \n \n\n\n[edit]\nEpidemiology\nThe incidence of clinically recognizable infectious mononucleosis caused by EBV is estimated at 45 per 100 000 in the US. In developing countries, an estimated 90% of children undergo an asymptomatic EBV-infection, and thus are not susceptible to infectious mononucleosis of EBV.\n\n[edit]\nClinical presentation\nA person can be infected with the virus for weeks or months before any symptoms appear. Symptoms usually appear 4-7 weeks after infection, and may resemble strep throat or other bacterial or viral respiratory infections. These first signs of the disease are commonly confused with cold and flu symptoms. The typical symptoms and signs of mononucleosis are:\n\nFever - this varies from mild to severe, but is seen in nearly all cases. \nEnlarged and tender lymph nodes - particularly the posterior cervical lymph nodes, on both sides of the neck. \nSore throat - seen in nearly all patients with EBV-mononucleosis \nFatigue (sometimes extreme fatigue) \nSome patients also display:\n\nEnlarged spleen (splenomegaly, which may lead to rupture) or liver (hepatomegaly) \nAbdominal pain \nAching muscles \nHeadache \nLoss of appetite \nJaundice \nDepression \nWeakness \nSkin rash \nAfter an initial prodrome of 1-2 weeks, the fatigue of mono often lasts from 1-2 months. The virus can remain dormant in the B cells indefinitely after symptoms have disappeared, and resurface at a later date. Many people exposed to the Epstein-Barr virus do not show symptoms of the disease, but carry the virus and can transmit it to others. This is especially true in children, in whom infection seldom causes more than a very mild illness which often goes undiagnosed. This feature, along with mono's lo
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Children dying and getting the acual disease is very rare. In my state you can't attend school unless your children are immunized. Also Don't forget that whooping cough is going around. Last year My husbands cousin had a baby that died from it. She was too young to get the immunization. I am for it. There is even a shot for chicken pox. I let them give my kids that but now I wish I hadn't. It was optional they didn't have to get it to enter shcool. I thought I would be protecting them but now I wish I hadn't. Some of these diseases can kill your kids I'de rather take my chances with the immunizations.I don't think less of you by the way. Just sharing my experience. Good Luck.
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Whooping cough is a highly contagious bacterial infection of the upper respiratory system—specifically, the area where the nasal passages meet the back of the throat .The infection causes irritation in breathing passages, resulting in severe coughing spells. The illness has three distinct stages and can last months.The infection easily spreads from person to person through respiratory secretions or mucus, which can be emitted during coughing or sneezing. The incubation period is about 7 to 14 days, meaning that symptoms develop about 1 to 2 weeks after exposure to the bacteria. Whooping cough is treated with antibiotics, primarily to help reduce the spread of infection. If given during the very early stage of the illness, antibiotics may help shorten the illness. Home treatment  such as a cool-air humidifier, can also be used to help reduce the discomfort of symptoms
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no, there are many different strains of flus out there. Bird flu is just one of them. I copied some facts from the website listed below, there is a lot of useful info there. \n\nIt's hard to say where the various strains of flu come from. The best way to try to prevent it is by washing frequently or using hand sanitizer. \n\nBefore I start work everyday, I sanitize my keyboard, and my telephone in case someone before me was using it and  you know, knock on wood, I have not been sick this year. Maybe a slight cold, but not the flu. \n\nMind you, you may not be fortunate enough to escape it, but keeping your hands and property clean are great precautious measures. Check this info out and go to the website as well ;)\n\nWhat Is the Flu?\nFlu is the common name for influenza (pronounced: in-floo-en-za), a virus that attacks the respiratory system.\n\nThere are three different types of the flu virus. Types A and B can cause widespread flu outbreaks (although type B usually causes less severe symptoms than type A). Type C is fairly rare and causes only mild symptoms.\n\nUsually when you're sick with a virus, your body builds up a defense system by making antibodies against it, so you don't get that particular virus strain again. Unfortunately, flu viruses mutate (change) each year, so you aren't protected from the disease forever. Some years the change in the flu virus is slight, so even if you get the flu it's a mild case because the antibodies give you partial protection. But every 10 years or so the flu virus undergoes a major change, and many people get severe cases. These large-scale outbreaks are called epidemics. If they spread worldwide, they're called pandemics.
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Yes. Many people answering questions here have got the flu from a flu shot.\n\nDo NOT get vaccinated.\n\nA vaccinated person is MORE likely to get a disease than  a non-vaccinated person. The whole theory of vaccination is flawed. It causes a weakening of the immune system thus making those who are innoculated more susceptible to disease.\nThere are so many awful side effects to vaccination that it should be considered extremely dangerous.\nJust sit back and think for a while.\nIs there any sense in injecting a disease directly into your body.\nWe have been subjected to an awful mind control program to enable the drug manufacturers to make a fortune.\n\nThe Vaccination Hoax\nhttp://www.whale.to/b/hoax1.html\n\n\nIf you go to the vaccination liberation web page, at\nhttp://www.vaclib.org/exemption.htm\nYou will find all the forms necessary to provide exemption for your child.\n\nIf you want to study the history of vaccination, see\nhttp://dgwa1.fortunecity.com/body/vaccination.html
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Yeah, it can.  My husband had it.  He found out after i was coughing up blood. They tested both of us just to be sure, and I was clean.  They gave him medication for 9 months and it was gone.  He hasn't had it since.
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NO. It is not a virus, it is caused by the spores of a fungus that is found in bird droppings when they dry up and turn into dust and you inhale the spores.\nMy textbook says that it is a disease caused by the inhalation of spores of the fungus Histoplasma capsulatum, most often asymptomatic but occasionally producing acute pneumonia or an influenzalike illness and spreading to other organs and systems in the body.
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No, but you can get a hacking cough
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Lytic and lysogenic are two terms that refer to viral action. One is immediate in its effects and the other is a delayed viral action, or perhaps latent would apply here. Go to "Lytic virus " on wikipedia for full information.
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I don't know off the top of my head, but try looking here. It has loads of good and useful virology info.\nhttp://www-micro.msb.le.ac.uk/
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In the lytic cycle you have attachment, penetration, replication and synthesis followed by progeny release whereas in a lysogenic infection the virus integrates into the host genome. The two are interchangeable. A virus such as HIV will enter a cell and integrate and at some point (under cell control) replicate its genome and produce progeny (a lytic infection.). Hope that helps.