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Which term best describe by a severe infection caused by the pathogen known as a flesh eating bacteria?
Necrotizing fasciitis
Is quinsy caused by a bacteria?
Yes, quinsy is typically caused by a bacterial infection, most commonly by Streptococcus bacteria. This infection leads to the buildup of pus in the tonsils, resulting in severe inflammation and pain.
Can you treat a sinus infection caused by tooth with clindamycin?
Yes you sure can. Clindamycin is used to treat the following (amongst MANY others): Severe Sinusitis caused by Streptococcus Pneumoniae, Acute Streptococcus Pyogenes Bacteria Infection of Sinuses, Acute Sinus Infection caused by Staphylococcus Bacteria, Sinus Irritation and Congestion
What is a bone infection caused by pus-producing bacteria?
A bone infection caused by pus-producing bacteria is called osteomyelitis. This condition usually occurs when bacteria enters the bloodstream or nearby tissues and spreads to the bone, leading to inflammation and infection within the bone. Treatment typically involves antibiotics and, in severe cases, surgery may be required to remove infected tissue.
What is the physiology of vibriosis?
Vibriosis is caused by the Vibrio bacteria, primarily Vibrio cholerae. These bacteria can produce toxins that lead to severe gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In severe cases, vibriosis can lead to dehydration and even septicemia.
Is MRSA terminal?
MRSA is a serious staph bacterial infection. Referred to as the "flesh eating bacteria", it can cause such severe skin and tissue infection that surgeons must cut off a patient's hands, feet, or whole limbs to stop the advancing infection. In the worst cases, MRSA can kill.
Causes of panaritium?
Panaritium tendineum is commonly caused by infection with streptococcal or staphyloccal . This is a severe infection of the tendon sheath of the hand.
What does the prefix septic mean?
The prefix "septic" refers to something related to or caused by decay or putrefaction. It can indicate a condition or state involving infection or the presence of harmful bacteria in the body or a particular area. For example, septicemia refers to a severe bloodstream infection.
What is a pnuemonia?
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It can lead to symptoms such as cough, fever, difficulty breathing, and chest pain. Treatment usually involves antibiotics or antiviral medications, depending on the cause of the pneumonia.
What is the treatment for bacteremia?
Bacterial infection can be commonly treated with ciprofloxacin. Whether you have UTI, ear infections, or other bacteria-caused illnesses, doctors will usually recommend you with Ciprofloxacin for treatment.
What is anaerobic dysentry?
Anaerobic dysentery is a bacterial infection that affects the intestines and causes symptoms such as severe diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. It is typically caused by the bacteria Clostridium difficile and requires medical treatment to resolve.
How do you treat a fistula in a horse?
With great difficulty - fistulous withers in horses is caused by bacteria or parasites in the withers that caused lots of inflammation and pus. When the pus tunnels its way out of the muscle and drains from an opening in the skin, it is said to have a fistula or a fistulous tract. Unfortunately by the time the infection is draining it is usually a severe infection and often is with bacteria/fungi/parasites that are difficult to kill. Aggressive therapy would include intravenous antimicrobials and surgery to cut away the majority of the infection.
