The World Blog by humble servant.

Part 1: Diseases Commonly Treated After We Get Sick Many diseases are addressed after symptoms appear or a diagnosis is confirmed. Here’s an overview of key categories and examples: Infectious Diseases Examples: Influenza, pneumonia, tuberculosis, COVID-19, hepatitis, bacterial infections (e.g., strep throat). Treatment: Antibiotics (for bacterial infections), antivirals (e.g., Tamiflu for flu, remdesivir for COVID-19), antitubercular drugs, supportive care (e.g., fluids, oxygen therapy). Why Treated After Sickness: These often spread silently or show symptoms late, requiring intervention once detected. Chronic Diseases Examples: Diabetes (Type 2), hypertension, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cancer. Treatment: Medications (e.g., insulin, antihypertensives, chemotherapy), surgery (e.g., tumor removal), lifestyle changes prescribed post-diagnosis. Why Treated After Sickness: These often develop gradually, with symptoms unnoticed until advanced stages. Autoi...