Bacterial infections
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Amebiasis, aminoglycosides, antibiotic resistant bacteria, antibiotics, bacteria, bacterium, cellulitis, cephalosporins, chlamydia, food poisoning, Fournier's gangrene, gastrointestinal infection, intestinal flora, lung infection, macrolides, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, MRSA, penicillin, pulmonary infection, quinolones, skin bacteria, tetracyclins, trachoma, tuberculosis. |
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Some microscopic organisms called bacteria can cause diseases in humans. When this occurs, it is called a bacterial infection. |
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There are thousands of different types of bacteria that live around the world. Only a few types of bacteria cause disease in humans. |
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Some bacteria are actually beneficial for humans. For examples, bacteria help humans digest certain types of food and keep infectious organisms at bay. Bacteria may be found in the environment, on the skin, in the airways, in the mouth, in the vagina, and in the digestive tract. |
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Disease-causing bacteria can cause an illness in humans when they enter the body. The bacteria may enter the body through the skin, nose, eyes, vagina, or mouth. Once the invading bacteria start to multiply and harm the body, it is called an infection. Infections can develop in any area of the body. |
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interpreted as specific medical advice. Users should consult with a
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