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Is staphylococcus aureus dangerous?
Yes, Staphylococcus aureus can be dangerous as it is a common cause of skin infections and can also lead to more severe infections such as pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and infections in the bones and joints. Some strains of Staphylococcus aureus are resistant to antibiotics, making treatment more difficult.
Can i survive pneumonia without a spleen?
Yes, it is possible to survive pneumonia without a spleen. However, having a spleen helps the immune system fight infections, so individuals without a spleen are at a higher risk of infections, including pneumonia. It is important for individuals without a spleen to take precautions to prevent infections and to seek prompt medical treatment if they develop pneumonia.
How common is pneumonia after surgery?
Pneumonia after surgery is a relatively common complication, occurring in about 1-4 of surgical patients. It is more likely to occur in older adults, smokers, and those with underlying health conditions. Prompt treatment and preventive measures can help reduce the risk of pneumonia after surgery.
Is streptococcus a virus?
Well... No. Streptococcus is actually a type of bacteria that belongs to the cocci family
What does penasillin cure?
Penicillin is an antibiotic that is effective in treating bacterial infections such as strep throat, pneumonia, syphilis, and certain skin infections. It is not effective against viral infections like the common cold or flu.
A type of pneumonia that AIDS patience develop?
Pneumocystic carinii pneumonia
Pneumocystis pneumonia is often seen in people with?
Pneumocystis pneumonia, or PCP, is often seen in people with HIV/AIDS. PCP is rare in people with normally functioning immune systems.
What kind of infections do people with compromised immune systems get?
People with comprimised immune systems are susceptible to all the infections commonly found in the population. They are also able to develop "opportunistic infections." There are a variety of opportunistic infections. A few include thrush, kaposi's sarcoma, pneumocystis pneumonia and cytomegalovirus.
What is bacterium ds tablets?
Bactrim DS is known by its generic name as Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim and it is a antibiotic. Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim is used to treat ear infections, urinary tract infections, bronchitis, traveler's diarrhea, and Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia and many other bacterial infections.
Is pneumocystis carini pneumonia also one opportunistic associated with AIDS?
Yes
What virus commandeers CD4 cells normally used to fight invading organisms thus leaving you vulnerable to such infections as pneumocystis pneumonia caused by a fungus most of us have had sitting ha?
HIV
Why are liver transplant patients susceptible to the same diseases as AIDS patients?
From taking immunosuppressive drugs, transplant patients are susceptible to the same "opportunistic" infections that threaten AIDS patients--pneumocystis pneumonia, herpes and cytomegalovirus infections, fungi, and a host of bacteria.
What fungal disease causes pneumonia in people with AIDS?
Pneumocystis jirovecii causes pneumonia in people with AIDS. This pathogen was formerly known as Pneumocystic carinii.
What does Co-Trimoxazole Tablets do?
Co-trimoxazole is used to treat a small number of serious infections but serious side effects limit its use, they are mainly used for;Chronic bronchitisEar infectionsInfection of the bladder or tubes that pass urine (urinary tract infection)Prevention of pneumonia caused by the bacterium pneumocystis carinii (PCP). The risk of this infection is increased in patients with decreased immune system function.Treatment of pneumonia caused by the bacterium pneumocystis carinii (PCP)
How can yeasts can cause diseases in humans?
There is a yeast that can cause pneumonia, such as Pneumocystis carinii, which was previously thought to be a protozoa. This yeast causes Pneumonia like symptoms and spreads by infected cough droplets.
How is salmonella food poisoning linked with pneumonia?
Other infections which can be caused by Salmonella include:.lung infections (pneumonia )
Examples of opportunistic infections for HIV positive individuals?
Examples of opportunistic infections in HIV positive individuals include Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia, cytomegalovirus infection, cryptococcal meningitis, and Mycobacterium avium complex infection. These infections take advantage of the weakened immune system and can cause serious illness if not treated promptly. Early detection and proper treatment are crucial for managing opportunistic infections in HIV positive individuals.
