Numerous Gulf War veterans have reported a range of illnesses and
symptoms after serving in the Persian Gulf. Some of the reported
symptoms are similar to those caused by diseases known to be prevalent
in that region. This report discusses these infectious diseases and
considers them as potential causes of the symptoms reported by the
veterans. The authors present a short summary of etiology, diagnosis,
and treatment for several infectious diseases and infectious organisms,
including bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections. Two biological
agents toxin