Pathogens Associated with Life-Threatening Diseases and Treatments: Current Perspectives
Introduction: Certain diseases represent a major global health issue, primarily due to their incurable nature and progression. Various elements may lead to the emergence of these illnesses, yet the connection with pathogens is the most prevalent factor observed in lifethreatening conditions. Methods: A thorough literature review, conducted using databases up to January 2025, highlighted the significance of comprehending the potential link between life-threatening diseases and pathogens. This article additionally encompasses potential treatments. Results: A variety of hazardous or fatal diseases are triggered by infections that infiltrate the body via various pathways. It also highlighted the significance of infections that are hidden or unidentified, which may lead to ailments that are difficult to treat. Discussion: The study recommends several preventive actions to reduce the risk of infection and illness, such as wearing protective gear, vaccination, personal hygiene, and using antimicrobial products. Additional measures include maintaining a healthy lifestyle, ensuring food and water safety, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, managing environmental factors, caring for feet, and following prescribed medication instructions. Conclusion: Ongoing research and innovation in identifying disease causes and in medicine are crucial for developing better treatments. Collaboration among researchers, healthcare professionals, and policymakers is essential to ensure that these medical advancements are accessible and beneficial to the public.
Authors
- Nitin Kumar
- Uma Agarwal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4821-4430)
- Rajiv Kumar Tonk (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0842-5121)
- Shiv Kumar Gupta (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8512-6395)
Institutions
- Delhi Pharmaceutical Science and Research University (IN)
- Saraswati Dental College and Hospital (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Anti-Infective Agents
- Published
- 2025-09-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2174/0122113525401452250911054728
- Primary Topic
- Zoonotic diseases and public health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00