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Ch. 45
Microorganisms and Associated Conditions
| Name of Microorganism | Associated Conditions | Type of Microorganism |
|---|---|---|
| clostridium difficile | pseudomembranous colitis | bacteria |
| helicobacter pylori | peptic ulcer | bacteria |
| beta streptococcus group A | strep throat, scarlet fever, and impetigo | bacteria |
| candida albicans | thrush and genitourinary infection | fungi |
| varicella-zoster | chickenpox | virus |
| plasmodium species | malaria | protozoa |
| ascaris lumbricoides | gastrointestinal infection | parasitic worms |
| enterobius vermicularis | pinworm | parasitic worm |
| Bacillus anthracis | anthrax | bacteria |