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Anaerobic Infections
Medical Questions » Anaerobic Infections
| Name: Anaerobic Infections |
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| Infection anywhere in the body by bacteria that do not require oxygen (anaerobes). |
Causes of Anaerobic Infections
Bacteria such as Prevotella in the lungs and throat, Bacteroides and Clostridia in the bowel and belly, and numerous types in the female genital tract and brain. |
Symptoms of Anaerobic Infections
Depends on organ infected. Often multiple organs involved, pus produced is foul smelling, and numerous small abscesses form in infected organs. |
Tests for Anaerobic Infections
Culture of pus, fluid or tissue from infected organ identifies responsible bacteria. |
Treatment for Anaerobic Infections
Appropriate antibiotics. Surgical drainage of abscesses.
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Complications of Anaerobic Infections of its treatment
Permanent damage to infected organs. |
Likely Outcome of Anaerobic Infections
Depends on organ and bacteria, but usually good response to appropriate antibiotics. |
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