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Syphilis in Drug Users in Low and Middle Income Countries

  A recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has established a link between drug use and high rates of syphilis in the United States . The report's lead author, Sarah Kidd, points out that two major health problems, addiction, and syphilis, appear to be at odds with each other . The report showed a link between drug use and syphilis in homosexual men and women. According to the report, the use of heroin, methamphetamine, and other injectable drugs by the remove group doubled from 2013 to 2017 . But, the report did not show a similar increase in drug addiction among gay men with syphilis. According to the researchers, the results of the study show that risky sex related to drug addiction . one of the main factors in the increase of syphilis among the homosexual population. People who use drugs engage in unsafe sex According to experts, people who use drugs are involved in unsafe sex and are so more susceptible to transmitted diseases . Syphilis increase

Bronchiectasis Symptoms and Causes Diagnosis and Tests Management and Treatment

  Bronchiectasis Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung condition in which the bronchial tubes become widened, leading to the accumulation of mucus and increased susceptibility to infection . Symptoms include persistent cough, shortness of breath, and frequent lung infections. The condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and autoimmune disorders . Treatment options include antibiotics to treat infections and bronchodilators. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to remove damaged areas of the lungs. It is important to work with a healthcare provider to develop an individualized treatment plan . Lung infections Lung infections refer to infections that affect the respiratory system, the lungs. Some common types of lung infections include pneumonia, bronchitis, and tuberculosis. Symptoms can include cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, and fever. Treatment options may include antibiotics, antiviral medicatio