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What is the risk of infection from contact with a person with a meningococcal infection?
the overall risk to people who have been exposed, even without antibiotic use, is probably no more than 1-2%.
Why Does Meningococcal Septicemia exist?
Meningococcal septicemia exists due to infection with the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis, which can invade the bloodstream and cause severe illness. This bacterium is part of the normal flora of the nasopharynx in some individuals but can become pathogenic under certain conditions, leading to invasive disease. Factors such as a weakened immune system or close contact with an infected person can increase the risk of infection. The disease can progress rapidly, making timely recognition and treatment critical to improve outcomes.
What does contact precautions mean?
Examples of disease requiring droplet precautions are meningococcal meningitis (a serious bacterial infection of the lining of the brain), influenza, mumps, and German measles (rubella).
What are the most common drugs given to a person who has had contact with a person with a meningococcal infection?
The most common antibiotics given are rifampin (Rifadin) or ciprofloxacin (Cipro). These medicines are usually taken by mouth twice a day for two days.
What are three necessary elements for the spread of infection?
Direct contact, contamination and exchange of fluids.
What do you do if you get an infection after your wisdom are out?
Contact your dentist at once. They will recommend a course of treatment that may include anti-biotic. Do this NOW. That can be a serious infection.
You have 25 to 35 puss cell in your urine sample What does it mean?
it means that u have urinary tract infection.... contact ur doctor to get appropriate treatment
Why do you keep getting chlamydia after two lots of antibiotics?
If your symptoms did not disappear after chlamydia treatment, you should contact your health care provider. You could have an additional infection, or could have a complicated cause requiring longer treatment.
How can I treat my cat's sarna. Are there any good treatments?
The treatment depends on the type of mite, and the location of the infection on its body. There may be a cream or ointment. Contact your vet.
Do you experience vaginal itch during the treatment of chlamydia?
Some women may get a yeast infection during or after chlamydia treatment, and others may have a second infection not previously detected, especially trichomoniasis. If your vaginal itching does not resolve within a few days, contact your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
What is it when you cough up green stuff with a nasty taste?
Those can be definitive signs of infection and you should contact your health care professional to find out if you need an examination and treatment.
Can trichomonas come back after treatment?
Yes, Trichomonas vaginalis can come back after treatment. Reinfection can occur if a partner is not treated simultaneously, as the infection can be transmitted during sexual contact. Additionally, if proper precautions are not taken post-treatment, the individual may be exposed again. It's important to follow up with a healthcare provider to ensure the infection has cleared and to discuss prevention strategies.
