Bacterial, Viral & Fungal Infections Conditions (8)
Respiratory infections, shingles/HSV, pneumonia, skin infections, Lyme disease, HIV, and antimicrobial therapy.
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Cataloged under federal diagnostic code B20 in Infections & Antivirals, AIDS requires antimicrobial stewardship (narrow-spectrum in AIDS (B20: pathogen-directed duration) or) so specialists can calibrate treatment intensity against Targeted PCR / in AIDS (B20: Culture & Sensitivity) benchmarks.
Actinomycosis
Actinomycosis is an ICD-10-CM indexed diagnosis (A42.9) within Bacterial, Viral & Fungal Infections. Clinical evaluation centers on antimicrobial stewardship (narrow-spectrum in Actinomycosis (A42.9: pathogen-directed duration) or) alongside serial C-Reactive Protein / in Actinomycosis (A42.9: Procalcitonin) tracking (Resolution to baseline (A42.9)) to guide individualized care.
Acute Flaccid Myelitis
What is acute flaccid myelitis (AFM)? Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is a neurologic disease . It is rare, but serious. It affects an area of the spinal cord called gray matter. This can cause the muscles and reflexes in the body to become weak. Because of these symptoms, some people call AFM a "polio-like" illness. But it is different from polio . AFM is not caused by polioviruses. What causes acute flaccid myelitis (AFM)? AFM can be caused by several different viruses. Researchers think that enteroviruses have been causing the recent increases in the number of children with AFM.
Acute candidiasis of vulva and vagina
Acute candidiasis of vulva and vagina is an ICD-10-CM indexed diagnosis (B37.31) within Bacterial, Viral & Fungal Infections. Clinical evaluation centers on antimicrobial stewardship (narrow-spectrum in Acute candidiasis of vulva and vagina (B37.31: pathogen-directed duration) or) alongside serial Complete Blood Count in Acute candidiasis of vulva and vagina (B37.31: (WBC & Differential)) tracking (WBC 4.0 – 10.0 x10^3/uL (B37.31)) to guide individualized care.
Animal Diseases and Your Health
Animal diseases that people can catch are called zoonoses. Many diseases affecting humans can be traced to animals or animal products. You can get a disease directly from an animal, or indirectly, through the environment. Farm animals can carry diseases. If you touch them or things they have touched, like fencing or buckets, wash your hands thoroughly. Adults should make sure children who visit farms or petting zoos wash up as well. Though they may be cute and cuddly, wild animals may carry germs, viruses, and parasites. Deer and deer mice carry ticks that cause Lyme disease . Some wild animals may carry rabies . Enjoy wildlife from a distance.
Antibiotic Resistance
What are antibiotics? Antibiotics are medicines that treat bacterial infections in humans and animals. They work by killing the bacteria or making it hard for the bacteria to grow and multiply. When used properly, antibiotics can save lives. But there is a growing problem of antibiotic resistance. What is antibiotic resistance? Antibiotic resistance happens when bacteria change and can resist the effects of an antibiotic. The bacteria are not killed, and they continue to grow. The infections these bacteria cause are called resistant infections. Resistant infections can be difficult, and sometimes impossible, to treat. In some cases, they can even be deadly.
Antibiotics
What are antibiotics? Antibiotics are medicines that fight bacterial infections in people and animals. They work by killing the bacteria or by making it hard for the bacteria to grow and multiply. Antibiotics can be taken in different ways: Orally (by mouth). This could be pills, capsules, or liquids. Topically. This might be a cream, spray, or ointment that you put on your skin. It could also be eye ointment, eye drops, or ear drops. Through an injection or intravenously (IV). This is usually for more serious infections. What do antibiotics treat? Antibiotics only treat certain bacterial infections, such as strep throat, urinary tract infections , and E. coli .
Athlete's Foot
Athlete's foot is a common infection caused by a fungus. It most often affects the space between the toes. Symptoms include itching, burning, and cracked, scaly skin between your toes. You can get athlete's foot from damp surfaces, such as showers, swimming pools, and locker room floors. To prevent it: Keep your feet clean, dry, and cool Wear clean socks Don't walk barefoot in public areas Wear flip-flops in locker room showers Keep your toenails clean and clipped short Treatments include over-the-counter antifungal creams for most cases and prescription medicines for more serious infections. These usually clear up the infection, but it can come back.