Focus on Pediatric Infectious Diseases
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 July 2025 | Viewed by 1951
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Historically, infectious diseases have been the leading cause of death among children, adolescents, and individuals with immune system dysfunctions for many centuries. It was only with recent scientific advancements, including the development of new antibiotics, vaccines, and increased awareness of epidemiology, that significant improvements in the prevention and treatment of numerous infections were achieved. As a result of these efforts, a false sense of security has emerged, leading to the marginalization of the significance of pediatric infectious diseases.
However, recent years have shown a resurgence in the incidence of infectious diseases in children. Environmental and climatic changes, significant human migration, and anti-vaccination movements have led to an increase in the number of patients with both well-known and newly emerging infections in various regions. At the same time, the emergence of new diagnostic methods, particularly molecular-based tests and the widespread availability of "rapid antigen tests," has enabled early detection of infectious diseases in children. Long-term monitoring and immunological studies provide valuable insights into the role of pathogens in the development of autoimmune processes.
These developments highlight the need for continuous exploration of new therapeutic approaches against infectious diseases, based on pharmacology, immunology, and the utilization of the child's own defense mechanisms. We invite submissions of articles on these pressing issues, contributing to the ongoing advancement of pediatric health and the fight against infectious diseases.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Katarzyna Mazur-Melewska
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- pediatric
- infectious diseases
- viral infection
- bacterial infection
- parasites
- therapy
- epidemiology
- immunization
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