AAIDS-Human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, is the virus that causes AIDS.

HIV/AIDS weakens a persons ability to fight infections and cancer.HIVtransmission can occur with unprotected sex or with needle sharing. Symptoms of HIV vary widely. A person may have HIV symptoms or AIDS symptoms without knowing it until they get HIV testing. There is no HIV cure at this time although medications can delay the onset of AIDS. PREVENTION: Practice safe sex to prevent HIV. Always use a condom during sexual activity, unless you are in a relationship with one partner who does not have HIV or other sex partners. If you do have sex with someone who has HIV, it is important to practice safe sex and to be regularly tested for HIV.Reduce your number of sex partners, preferably to one partner.

fastest growing human tumor, Burkitt lymphoma is associated with impaired immunity and is rapidly fatal if left untreated. symptoms of Burkitt lymphoma depend on the type. The endemic (African) variant usually starts as tumors of the jaw or other facial bones, although it also can affect the gastrointestinal tract, ovaries, and breasts. It also can spread to the central nervous system, causing nerve damage, weakness, and paralysis. Loss of appetite, Weight loss,Fatigue,Night sweats, Unexplained fever. Treatments Intensive intravenous chemotherapy -- which usually involves a hospital stay -- is the preferred treatment for Burkitt lymphoma. Because Burkitt lymphoma can spread to the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord, chemotherapy drugs also may be injected directly into the cerebrospinal fluid, a treatment known as intrathecal chemotherapy. Burkitt lymphoma is common in young children who also have malaria and Epstein-Barr, the virus that causes infectious mononucleosis. It's thought that malaria may weaken the immune system's response to Epstein-Barr, allowing it to change infected B-cells into cancerous cells. About 98% of African cases are associated with Epstein-Barr infection.

Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a 3 1/2-inch-long tube of tissue that extends from the large intestine. No one is absolutely certain what the function of the appendix is.CAUSE: Appendicitis occurs when the appendix becomes blocked, often by stool, a foreign body, or cancer. Blockage may also occur from infection, since the appendix swells in response to any infection in the body SYMPTOMS; Dull pain near the navel or the upper abdomen that becomes sharp as it moves to the lower right abdomen. This is usually the first sign. Loss of appetiteNausea and/or vomiting soon after abdominal pain begins. Abdominal swelling Avascular necrosis (AVN), also called osteonecrosis, aseptic necrosis, or ischemic bone necrosis, is a condition that occurs when there is loss of blood to the bone. Because bone is living tissue that requires blood, an interruption to the blood supply causes bone to die. If not stopped, this process eventually causes the bone to collapse.CAUSE: Dislocation or fracture of the thigh bone (femur). Chronic corticosteroid use. Chronic corticosteroid use. Blood clots, inflammation, and damage to the arteries.SYMPTOMS: In its early stages, AVN typically cause no symptoms; however, as the disease progresses it becomes painful. At first, you may experience pain when you put pressure on the affected bone. Then, pain may become more constant. If the disease progresses and the bone and surrounding joint collapse, you may experience severe pain that interferes with your ability to use your joint TREATMENT; The goals of treatment for AVN are to improve or ensure function of the affected joint, stop the progression of bone damage, and reduce pain.

Ccataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that can impair vision. More
than half of all Americans age 65 and older have cataracts.CAUSES: The eye functions much like a camera. Light rays enter the eye, passing through the cornea, the aqueous humor -- transparent fluid in the front of the eye -- and then the pupil and into the lens. The lens bends the light rays to focus objects onto the retina lining the back of the eye. From there, the image passes through the retinal cells, into the optic nerve, and finally to the back of the brain which process the images.SYMPTOMS; Vision that is cloudy, blurry, foggy, or filmyProgressive nearsightedness in older people often called "second sight" because they may no longer need reading glasses.Changes in the way you see color because the discolored lens acts as a filter.Problems driving at night such as glare from oncoming headlights.Problems with glare during the day.Double vision (like a superimposed image).Sudden changes in glasses prescription.TREATMENT: If your vision can be corrected to an acceptable level with a change in prescription, eyeglasses, including bifocals or contacts, may be prescribed, eliminating the need for surgery at that time. Cataract surgery is usually conducted on an outpatient basis and is very successful in restoring vision. It is the most frequently performed surgery in the U.S., with more than 1.5 million cataract surgeries done each year. Better than nine out of 10 people who have cataract surgery have improvement in vision.PREVENTION: Because the exact cause of cataracts is uncertain, there is no proven method of preventing them. Because cataracts and other conditions such as glaucoma are common in older adults, it's important to have your eyes examined on a regular basis. This is particularly important if you have risk factors or a family history of eye problems. Adults should see an eye doctor at least every two years and annually after age 50.

B Blood in urine - known medically as hematuria - is usually not a reason for

major alarm.Because blood in urine can be a sign of a serious medical condition, however, it shouldn't be ignored. All cases of hematuria should be evaluated by a doctor who can order tests to confirm or rule out an underlying cause..SYMPTOMS: Bladder infections (acute cystitis), Kidney infections (pyelonephritis). Kidney stones. Kidney diseases. Treatment is aimed at the underlying cause. After treatment, your doctor will recheck your urine to see if the blood is gone. If you still have blood in your urine, you may need additional tests, or you may be referred to a urologist.Usually, no treatment is necessary unless a serious condition is causing the hematuria.CAUSE: Bladder or kidney infections.Bladder or kidney stones.Certain kidney diseases, such as inflammation in the filtering system of the kidneys (glomerulonephritis).Enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) or prostate cancer.Inherited diseases such as sickle cell anemia and cystic kidney disease.Certain medications such as aspirin, penicillin, heparin, cyclophosphamide, andphenazopyridine.A tumor in the bladder, kidney, or prostate.Kidney injury from an accident or sports.Vigorous exercise.

Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the U.S. This infection is easily spread because it often causes no symptoms and may be unknowingly passed to sexual partners. In fact, about 75% of infections in women and 50% in men are without symptoms.SYMPTOMS IN WOMEN: Abnormal vaginal discharge that may have an odor,Bleeding between periods,Painful periods,Abdominal pain with fever,Pain when having sex SYMPTOMS IN MEN: Small amounts of clear or cloudy discharge from the tip of the penis,Painful urination,Burning and itching around the opening of the penis,Pain and swelling around the testicles.TREATMENT: If you have chlamydia, your doctor will prescribe oral antibiotics, usually azithromycin (Zithromax) or doxycycline. Your doctor will also recommend your partner(s) be treated as well to prevent reinfection and further spread of the disease.With treatment, the infection should clear up in about a week or two. It is important to finish all of your antibiotics even if you feel better.PREVENTION: Use condoms correctly every time you have sex.Limit the number of sex partners, and do not go back and forth between partners.Practice sexual abstinence, or limit sexual contact to one uninfected partner.If you think you are infected, avoid sexual contact and see a doctor.

Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by a type of bacteria called Brucella. The bacteria spread from animals to humans.There are several different strains of Brucella bacteria. Some types are seen in cows. Others occur in dogs, pigs, sheep, goats, and camels. Recently, scientists have seen new strains in the red fox and certain marine animals, including seals.CAUSES: Brucellosis in humans occurs when a person comes into contact with an animal or animal product infected with the Brucella bacteria.Rarely, the bacteria may spread from person to person. Breastfeeding moms with brucellosis may pass the bacteria to their baby. Brucella may also be spread through sexual contact.SYMPTOMS: Fever (the most common symptom).Back pain.Body-wide aches and pains.Diarrhea (sometimes).HeadacheNight. sweatsWeakness.TREATMENT: Brucellosis can be difficult to treat. If you have brucellosis, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics. Antibiotics commonly used to treat brucellosis include: Tetracycline,streptomycin,doxycycline,rifampin. You are more likely to get brucellosis from an infected dog if you come in contact with blood or other fluids from the animal. Veterinarians have an increased risk of brucellosis Burkitt lymphoma is a form of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in which cancer starts in immune cells called B-cells. Recognized as the

Cystic fibrosis is an incurable genetic disease that affects the glands that produce mucus and sweat. It causes mucus to become thick and sticky.As the mucus builds up, it can block airways in the lungs. This makes it increasingly difficult to breathe.CAUSES: Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease. That means you are born with it, having inherited the abnormal gene that causes it from your parents.Both parents must be carriers of the gene that causes the disease. Twenty-five percent of the children of such parents will be diagnosed with cystic fibrosis.SYMPTOMS: Salty-tasting skin,Persistent cough that produces phlegm,Lung infections caused by bacteria,Frequent cases of sinusitis, bronchitis, or pneumonia,Shortness of breath and wheezing,Growths in the nose (nasal polyps),Poor weight gain and growth.TREATMENT: There is no cure for cystic fibrosis. However, Kalydeco, the first drug that treats an underlying cause of cystic fibrosis, may help some people over 6 years of age. Treating the lungs involves ridding them of mucus buildup to ease breathing and prevent or control infections. These treatments include:.Chest physiotherapy, done by the patient or with assistance, to loosen and remove mucus. Exercise to help loosen mucus and allow the patient to cough it up. Inhaled medications to thin mucus.Antibiotics that treat the most common cause of lung infections related to cystic fibrosis.Anti-inflammatories, such as ibuprofen, to reduce inflammation in the lungs.