1. Bacterial diseases
Microbiology

2. 15.11 Bacterial diseases of the Respiratory System
Anatomy of the Respiratory System
Sinus
Nasal Cavity
Pharynx
Epiglottis
Larynx
Trachea
Bronchi
Lungs
Alveoli
Diaphragm

3. 15.11 Bacterial diseases of the Respiratory System
Airborne Transmission of Disease
Coughing, sneezing, laughing & personal contact.
Anthrax, Chickenpox, Influenza Measles, Smallpox & Tuberculosis.

4. 15.12 Bacterial diseases of the Respiratory system
Pharyngitis-Inflammation of the throat.
Most commonly caused by Streptococcus
Throat culture
Rapid Antigen Detection Testing (RADT)
May develop into Scarlett Fever
May require tonsillectomy
Diphtheria-Rare in developed countries due to vaccination.
Can lead to kidney, heart and nerve damage if untreated.
If untreated 40-50% rate of mortality.

5. 15.12 Bacterial diseases of the Respiratory system
Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
Inhibits immune system
Can be prevented by vaccination.
Worldwide about 39 million become infected and 297,000 die annually, usually young children.

6. 15.12 Bacterial diseases of the Respiratory system
Tuberculosis
Chronic cough, Blood-tinged sputum, Fever, night sweats and weight loss
Antibiotic Resistant
1/3 of world population infected

7. 15.12 Bacterial diseases of the Respiratory system
Pneumonia-Fluid in the lungs
Streptococcus pneumonia
Scar tissue permanently damages lungs
“Old mans friend”

8. 15.15 Bacterial diseases of the digestive system
Anatomy of the Digestive System
Largest reservoir of human flora (5 lbs.)
species
Mutualistic: Aids digestion, Immunity, Makes Vitamins & Hormones

9. 15.16 Bacterial diseases of the Mouth
Tooth & Gum infections: Biofilm, Plaque, Cavity, Gingivitis, Periodontitis
Strong correlation between gum disease and heart disease

10. 15.17 Bacterial diseases of the digestive System
Gastroenteritis-pain, diarrhea & vomiting
E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella Campylobacter
Food contamination

11. 15.17 Bacterial diseases of the digestive System
Food poisoning
Staphylococcal Toxins
Salmonellosis
Poultry, reptiles & amphibians
Listeriosis
Pregnant women, infants & elderly

12. 15.17 Bacterial diseases of the digestive System
Diseases related to Sewage
Typhoid Fever
Cholera-Vibrio cholera
Escherichia coli
Campylobacter

13. 15.17 Bacterial diseases of the digestive System
Peptic Ulcers
Helicobacter pylori 50% of population
NSAIDs (aspirin & ibuprofen)