Long-term antibiotic therapy can disrupt the natural balance of the microbiome, leading to the overgrowth of resistant bacteria or fungi. This disruption can create an environment where opportunistic pathogens thrive, potentially causing new infections such as Clostridium difficile colitis or yeast infections. Additionally, prolonged use of antibiotics can reduce the body's ability to fight off infections, further increasing the risk of developing new ones.
The common reason that long term antibiotic therapy can cause new infections is that it also gets rid of the protective layer of the skin. This exposes the skin to bacteria that causes infections.
The common reason that long term antibiotic therapy can cause new infections is that it also gets rid of the protective layer of the skin. This exposes the skin to bacteria that causes infections.
after long-term antibiotic therapy, patients can become more susceptible to yeast infections
An infection is more likely to occur when a person has a low immunity or is on long term antibiotic therapy. Poor hygiene when treating wounds or dealing with personal care can aid the transmission of infection.
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Not for very long. That is why it is important to take your antibiotic as prescribed, even if you think that the infection has gone away. Continuing to take the antibiotic for the full time prescribed keeps the infection from flaring up again; you think it's completely gone, but not quite.
An upper respiratory infection is contagious for as long as the active virus is in your system. Taking an antibiotic will help rid the body of the live virus. You will remain contagious for 24 hours following the first treatment of the antibiotic.
I think that in short course antibiotic therapy,multivitamins should not be taken.But,in long term antibiotic treatment such as anti TB treatment,multivitamins or specific vitamin such as B6 should be taken.
Penicillin or a different antibiotic. You should get antibiotics even if the strep infection feels like it has gone away because the bacteria can cause serious organ damage even long after your symptoms have disappeared.
Norfloxacin is a antibiotic for a bacterial infection. The time it takes to get into your system depends on how bad the infections is. If it was detected early the antibiotic will be in your system within 3 days. If detected in a later stage it will take at least 5 to 7 days. Drinking plenty of water helps flush the infection out during your treatment if antibiotic.
Impetigo is a 'contagious' disease. That means it is spread by direct physical contact. If you don't touch anyone who has it you shouldn't get the infection. It is quite rare for an adult to get impetigo. This is partly because it is usually caused by the most common bacteria which are present on the skin, and adults usually have more resistance. Being pregnant does not create an extra risk. The bacteria which cause the disease are not likely to cause any harm to an unborn child if there is only an infection on the skin. The disease is often treatable with antibiotic cream, but sometimes the patient also needs to take an antibiotic by mouth. If you did catch the infection, then as long as the doctor knows that you are pregnant, you could, if required, be prescribed antibiotic that is safe to use in pregnancy.
A methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection can vary in duration depending on the type and severity of the infection, as well as the individual's health and response to treatment. Skin infections may resolve within a week or two with appropriate antibiotic therapy, while deeper or more severe infections can take longer, sometimes requiring hospitalization and specialized treatment. It's important to follow a healthcare provider's recommendations for management and follow-up.