Antibiotics are medications that are used to prevent and treat bacterial infections. Different antibiotics are used for different sorts of bacteria. Some antibiotics work only against a very small group of bacteria types, while others are effective against a broad spectrum of different bacteria. Generally, doctors try to use the most specific antibiotic they can […] Read more »
In my last post, I talked about things you can do to lower your chances of having an infection after your operation. Now let’s talk about the signs and symptoms of infections and what to do if you experience them. Of course, infections come in all shapes and sizes, from pneumonia and urinary tract infections […] Read more »
One of the most serious complications of an operation is an infection. Having an operation increases your risk of infection in a number of ways. An incision makes it possible for bacteria to get through the protective layer of your skin and cause a wound infection. But having surgery can also mean having temporary catheters, […] Read more »