Archives: Glossary Terms

Endocarditis

Bacterial infection of heart valves, often in at-risk individuals.

Enterovirus

Viral infection causing respiratory, neurological symptoms in children.

Epidemic

Rapid increase in disease cases in a specific area.

Epididymitis

Epididymis infection often from STIs causing testicular pain.

Epiglottitis

Bacterial infection of epiglottis causing breathing difficulty.

Erysipelas

Bacterial skin infection causing bright red, swollen areas.