Bacteria
One-celled microorganisms having both plant and animal characteristics some are harmful and some are harmless.
Direct
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Transmission of blood or body fluids through touching (including shaking hands),kissing,coughing, sneezing, and talking.
Indirect transmission
Transmission of blood or body fluids through contact with an intermediate contaminated object, such as a razor, extractor,nipper, or an environmental surface.
Infection
Invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogens.
Germs
Nonscientific synonym for disease-producing organs
Microorganism
Any organism of microscopic to submicroscopic size.
Parasites
Organisms that grow,feed, and shelter on or in another organism (referred to as the host),while contributing nothing to the survival of that organism. Parasites must have a host to survive.
Toxins
Various poisonous substance produced by some microorganisms (bacteria and viruses).
Virus
A parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in cells of biological organisms. A virus is capable of replication only though taking over the host cell's reproductive function.
Cocci
Round shaped, alone
Staphylococci
Clusters like bunches of grapes, may not cause infection in healthy humans. Causes pustules, and boils.
Streptococci
Pus-forming arranged in curved lines like string of beads. Causes strep throat and blood poisoning.
Diplococci
Spherical bacteria that grow in pairs. Causes pneumonia.
Bacilli
Short rod shaped. Causes tetanus, lockjaw,tuberculosis, and diphtheria.Moves using flagella.
Spirilla
Spiral or corkscrew shaped bacteria. Causes sexually transmitted disease, and syphilis.
Moves using flagella.
Active Stage of bacteria
Bacteria grow and reproduce in warm, damp or dirty places.
Inactive or spore forming stage
During this stage bacteria coat themselves with wax like outer shells. This helps them withstand famine, dryness, and unsuitable temperatures.
MRSA
Occurs with persons with weakened immune systems or people whom have undergone medical procedures. Signs may be pimples, rashes, boils.
Quaternary ammonium compounds
Quats are disinfectants that are very effective when used properly in the salon. Formula contains anti-rust ingredients, so leaving tools in solution for a prolonged period of time can cause dulling or damage. [Show Less]