The Europeans brought new diseases to the Americas, which effectively wiped out native populations. Did the inverse also happen?

by SealTheLion

Wouldn't there have also be diseases that the natives had that would infect the European conquistadors & settlers? Or did the Europeans already have advanced enough hygienic and medical practices to avoid being significantly affected by previously unencountered diseases?

Mictlantecuhtli

There's always room for discussion, but perhaps the section Impact of indigenous diseases on the Europeans from our FAQ will answer your inquiry.