Melioidosis

Unmasking Melioidosis: Insights, Innovations, and Strategies for a Resilient Tomorrow

Melioidosis is a potentially fatal infectious disease caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei, a saprophytic Gram-negative bacteria found majorly in soil. The increasing number of melioidosis cases suggest an emerging trend but a seemingly neglected nature of the disease, especially in India.

Melioidosis: Unveiling Critical Information and Our Vision for a Healthier Future

Q.1. Which parts of the world the disease is prevalent?Melioidosis is predominately a disease of tropical climates, prevalent especially in Southeast Asia and northern Australia. Q.2. What is the causative agent?It is caused by the bacterial soil saprophyte B. pseudomallei,