Bacterial infections

About Bacterial infections

Infections caused by bacteria that can involve any part of the body. The most common are urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and skin infections (cellulitis or abscess). Infections can be mild to life threatening.

Symptoms

Fever, vomiting, weakness, cough, painful urination, breathing problems, fainting, rash, diarrhea, painful skin mass or rashes.

Tests & Diagnostics

A history and physical exam will be performed. Cultures will be taken to identify the bacteria and tests to determine the damage done by the infection.

Common tests: Complete blood count (CBC), Urinalysis (UA), X-ray.

Conventional treatment summary

Usually antibiotics are given either orally or intravenously depending on the seriousness of the infection. Abscesses may need to be opened with scalpel and drained.

Medical specialties

Internal Medicine · Pediatrics · Family Practice · Infectious Disease Medicine · Pediatric Infectious Disease Medicine

This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Bacterial infections.