Infectious disease doctors in Portsmouth
Infectious diseases are caused by germs—tiny living organisms found in the air, soil and water. While many germs are harmless, others can cause life-threatening illnesses. No matter the severity, our specialists at Portsmouth Regional Hospital are committed to treating all types of infectious disease.
Under certain circumstances, people can become infected by touching, eating, drinking or breathing something that contains germs. Germs are also spread through insect and animal bites, kissing and sexual contact. Vaccines, proper handwashing and medications can help prevent infectious diseases.
Infectious diseases vary widely in their causes, symptoms and treatments. Some infections may be cured through rest and simple home care, while others may require hospitalization and intravenous antibiotics.
Infectious disease treatment
At Portsmouth Regional Hospital, our infectious disease specialists are experienced in diagnosing and treating many types of diseases, including:
- Influenza
- Lyme disease
- Malaria
- Shingles
- Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
- Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
You can trust our infectious disease doctors to provide compassionate, personalized care based on the latest, evidence-based medicine and backed by the Portsmouth Regional network of resources.