Bacterial Pathogenesis

Bacterial pathogenesis is the process by which bacteria cause disease in human hosts. Bacteria possess various virulence factors that enable them to colonize host tissues, evade immune surveillance, and cause tissue damage. The interaction between bacterial pathogens and host cells triggers inflammatory responses, which can lead to local or systemic manifestations of disease. Bacterial pathogenesis is influenced by the bacterial species, strain, and the host's immune status. Understanding bacterial pathogenesis is crucial for developing targeted antibiotic therapies, vaccines, and infection control measures.