Infection Guide: Bacterial, Viral & Fungal Management

Managing infections involves identifying bacterial versus viral strains, implementing probiotic therapy, and following structured wound care protocols.

Antibiotics

Antibiotics for a Puncture Wound

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Kathy Jutila

A puncture wound occurs when a sharp object penetrates the skin barrier. Nails are the culprit in 90 percent of puncture wounds, most often on the bottom of the foot, according to FamilyPracticeNotebook.com.

Kathy Jutila has been writing health-related articles since 1979. Her work has appeared in "Infection and Immunity," "American Review of Respiratory Diseases," "Inflammation" and "Circulation." Jutila received a Bachelor of Science in biology, and a Master of Science in microbiology from Montana State University. She also holds a Doctorate of Medicine from the University of New Mexico.