Bacterial & Viral Infections

• Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu) in Kids and Teens

  Gastroenteritis (stomach flu) is a common infection that causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and belly cramps.

• Genital Herpes

  Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that’s usually caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2).

• Genital Warts (HPV)

  Genital warts usually are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which also can lead to cervical cancer and other types of cancer. A vaccine can prevent HPV infection.

• Germs: Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, and Protozoa

  Germs are the microscopic bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa that can cause disease.

• Gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Many people with gonorrhea have no symptoms. They can spread the infection to others without knowing it.

• Group A Strep Infections

  Group A strep (GAS) bacteria usually live harmlessly on the skin and in the nose and throat. Sometimes they cause mild skin or throat infections, but can cause more serious infections or problems in other parts of the body.

• Group B Strep and Pregnancy

  Women who have this common but potentially dangerous bacteria while pregnant get antibiotics during labor to avoid passing the bacteria to their babies.

• Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

  Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFM) is a common viral infection that causes painful red blisters in the mouth and throat, and on the hands, feet, and diaper area.

• Helicobacter pylori Infections

  H. pylori bacteria can cause digestive illnesses, including gastritis and peptic ulcer disease.

• Hepatitis

  Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. Most cases are caused by a virus — either hepatitis A, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C — all of which can be passed to others by someone who is infected.