Many common bacterial infections are not discussed (eg, streptococcal sore throat, gonococcal urethritis) or are discussed only briefly. While many interesting bits of information are presented, a tendency towards brevity frequently diminishes their utility. For example, the use of human tetanus ...
16. Fleabane Fleabane grows wild over much of the U.S. It has a positive reputation for keeping fleas away and is used as a tea for urinary tract infections. It’s a mild toxin for dogs which can cause stomach upset and indigestion. 17. Foxglove Foxglove is one of the quintessential ...
Hives (Urticaria) Hives look like welts and can itch, sting or burn. They vary in size and sometimes join together. They may appear on any part of you and last anywhere from minutes to days. Causes include extreme temperatures, infections like strep throat, and allergies to medications, food...
Thus, a recent interna- tional consensus concluded that a combination of clin- ical assessment including PCT levels in well-defined antibiotic stewardship algorithms could improve diag- nosis of bacterial infections and support antibiotic effectiveness204. Prevention of CAP Many factors increase the risk...
For most bacterial infections, your vet will typically prescribe an antibiotic treatment, and possibly fluids if your cat is dehydrated.8. Intestinal DisordersCats can develop a number of intestinal disorders. One of the more common cat health problems is feline constipation. As mentioned above, con...
Bacterial Infections Strep throat is one of the most common causes of swelling. It’s a bacterial infection caused by the streptococcus bacteria. In addition to a swollen throat, individuals with strep throat typically also experience a fever, pain or difficulty swallowing, and other cold and flu...
A drug commonly used to treat bacterial infections in children is in short supply. Three of the top four makers of the antibiotic amoxicillin are reporting supply constraints in the U.S. Amoxicillin is prescribed for many illnesses, including ear and throat infections, and it comes in several ...
If you're one of them, you may think you have a cold at first. You could have a runny nose and a sore throat. But unlike a cold which gets slowly worse before it gets better, flu symptoms worsen very suddenly. You'll likely start feeling sick 1 to 4 days after you come into con...
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Dry throat, hoarseness, lower respiratory tract infection, nasal dryness, painful respiration, paranasal sinus hypersecretion, rhinorrhea, sinus congestion, sinusitis Frequency not reported: Difficulty breathing, laryngospasm, oropharyngeal spasm pulmonary embolism, throat tightness[...
Gonorrhea is another common bacterial STD. People often get it with chlamydia, and the symptoms are similar: unusual discharge from thevaginaor penis, or pain or burning when you pee. Most men with gonorrhea get symptoms, but only about 20% of women do. ...