Managing infections involves identifying bacterial versus viral strains, implementing probiotic therapy, and following structured wound care protocols.
Tuberculosis, an airborne disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affects the lungs though it can spread to other organs. More than 13,000 new cases of tuberculosis, or TB, were reported in the United States in 2007, according to Merck Manuals Online Medical Library.
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Tamiflu is an antiviral medication used to prevent the flu in exposed individuals. It is also used to shorten the duration of the flu virus in patients who have had flu symptoms for less than two days. It is available with a doctor’s prescription as an oral suspension or in capsules.
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Mononucleosis is a viral infection caused by the Epstein Barr virus. It is spread through saliva and symptoms may include sore throat, fever, fatigue, weight loss and loss of appetite. It typically lasts for two or three weeks, but it can persist past this time.
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Dry coughs are coughs that do not produce phlegm or mucus. A dry cough usually feels like something is irritating or tickling the back of your throat. A constant, dry cough may be a symptom of several different medical conditions.
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Influenza is a seasonal viral disease that typically causes symptoms of fever, chills, headache, stuffy nose, sore throat and muscle aches. Fever and muscle aches are typically among the first symptoms to develop.
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Staph infections, caused by the Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, can be potentially very dangerous. Everyone has staph bacteria in their body, but not everyone develops an infection from the organism. A cut or sore can lead to a reddened area of skin--and the threat of infection if staph bacteria enter the bloodstream.
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"Flu symptoms" is a general description for a set of symptoms usually including fever, chills, malaise, dry cough, loss of appetite and body aches. These symptoms are present in many illnesses as these are the symptoms that occur as the body’s natural response to fighting an infection.
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According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 40 to 50 million Americans suffer from acne. It is the most common skin condition in the United States. Enduring acne is not only painful, but can take a toll on self-esteem. Many treatment options are available.
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Mineral deposits can build up in a humidifier over time due to the presence of calcium and other minerals in the water. As the water evaporates, minerals form in the tank, water tray, filter basket and other components within the humidifier, depending on the model.
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The tetanus injection, which is more commonly referred to as the DTaP vaccine, is a combination vaccine that protects recipients against diptheria, tetanus and pertussis.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Klebsiella pneumoniae is a gram-negative bacterium that is commonly found in the human digestive system.
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Yeast infections can occur in all age groups, from the very young to the very old. In babies, the most common ailments caused by yeast are diaper rash and a type of fungal infection in the mouth and throat called oral thrush. Rarely, a baby can develop a more serious yeast infection in the bloodstream or other organs.
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Bacteria are microscopic single-celled organisms that are all around us. They come in many different sizes and shapes, and this is a common way to classify them—by their morphology, or shape and appearance. The three basic shapes of bacteria are spherical, rod shaped and spiral.
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Acidophilus supplements can help you prevent the diarrhea and other digestive problems that are associated with antibiotic use, notes MedlinePlus. The intestines naturally contain some non-infectious bacteria. In addition to aiding in digestion, these bacteria help crowd out other, more harmful bacteria.
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Bacteria and other pathogens are nearly omnipresent in our world. While our immune system has the ability to protect the body from their harmful effects, it is when these invaders reach toxic levels that infection can occur. Bacterial and other infections should be treated by a trained health care professional.
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When your child has a cold, you might be able to use honey to alleviate some of her symptoms, such as a cough or a sore throat. Giving your child milk while she is sick won't increase her phlegm production, but it may thicken the phlegm her body is already producing.
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Steroid nasal sprays are used commonly to treat conditions like sinusitis and allergic rhinitis. They work by decreasing the inflammation in the nose, and are very effective in reducing allergy symptoms such as stuffy and runny nose, itching and sneezing. Flixonase nasal sprays, known as Flonase in the U.S.
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Robitussin is a North American brand-name cough syrup currently produced by the pharmaceutical company, Pfizer. The active ingredients in Robitussin DM are dextromethorphan HBr, a cough suppressant approved by the U.S.
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A disease is considered epidemic when the number of cases rises above what would normally be expected in a given area. Epidemics have posed a perpetual threat to human health throughout history.
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Acne is a common skin condition that, according to WrongDiagnosis.com, affects almost 85 percent of people in the United States between the ages of 12 to 24. It is an inflammatory disease that is characterized by the appearance of varied lesions and blemishes on the skin.
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