Infectious disease results from an interplay between pathogens and the host defenses. Almost everyone has had some or the other infection at some point in their lives. Human infections are ubiquitous and affect a substantial number of people worldwide. In this book, the pathological aspects of infections like causative agents, sources of infections, host defenses, host-agent interactions are discussed in detail. Some important diseases like typhoid, tuberculosis, leprosy, malaria, filaria etc are explained.
Jack Parker is a pathologist specializing in the pathology of infectious diseases. His research focuses on the cellular and molecular responses to pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Jack has authored numerous studies on the mechanisms of infection, host-pathogen interactions, and the pathological consequences of infectious agents. He has edited key texts that integrate pathology with microbiology to provide a comprehensive understanding of infectious diseases. Jack’s work is essential in advancing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infections, enhancing public health outcomes.