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What is streptococcus group A?

Streptococcus group A is a type of bacteria that can cause various infections in humans, including strep throat, skin infections, and invasive diseases such as pneumonia and bloodstream infections. It is commonly spread through respiratory droplets from infected individuals. Prompt treatment with antibiotics is important to prevent complications.


Is there one or several flesh eating viruses?

Surprisingly yeas there is a few *flesh eating viruses/bacteria*


What conditions is omincef typically prescribed for?

Generic Name: cefdinir (SEF dih neer) Omnicef is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by fighting bacteria in your body. Omnicef is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as acute flare-ups of chronic bronchitis, middle ear infections, throat and tonsil infections, pneumonia, sinus infections and some skin infections. Omnicef may also be used for other purposes not listed here.


What does mycoplasma means?

Mycoplasma is a group of bacteria that lack a cell wall, making them the smallest free-living organisms. They can cause infections in humans and other animals, such as respiratory or genital infections.


Group A strep also known as flesh-eating bacteria causes?

Group A streptococcus bacteria, commonly known as strep A, can cause a range of infections, including strep throat, skin infections, and in severe cases, necrotizing fasciitis (flesh-eating disease). This invasive infection can spread rapidly and destroy tissue, leading to serious complications and even death if not promptly treated with antibiotics and surgical intervention.

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