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WEBIDSA 2024 Guidance on Antimicrobial-Resistant Gram-Negative Infections. By Paul Basilio. The Infectious Diseases Society of America aimed to develop up-to-date guidance focusing on the treatment of antimicrobial-resistant gram-negative infections.
Coagulase-Negative Staphylococcus - Infectious Disease Advisor
WEBFeb 16, 2024 · Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) species are skin commensal bacteria typically encountered in hospital settings. 1 In the United States, they are the most common cause of health care-related infections. 2 There are more than 30 species of CoNS, and approximately 50% are known to colonize in humans. 2 Coagulase-negative staphylococci typically causes infection when there is a foreign ...
Fever and Rash - Infectious Disease Advisor
WEBFever with rash can have infectious or noninfectious causes and can occur in both children and adults. 1 The severity can range from minor to life-threatening. Patients who have weakened immune systems are at heightened risk for more severe illness. A rash that develops while fever is still present can be caused by a variety of infectious diseases.
Streptococcus - Infectious Disease Advisor
WEBJan 25, 2024 · Streptococci are gram-positive bacteria that make up normal microbial flora of humans and animals. 1 In humans, they commonly inhabit the upper respiratory tract, urogenital tract, gastrointestinal tract, and oral cavity. 2 Streptococci are classified into α, β, and γ based on their hemolytic properties in blood agar medium. 1 These bacteria ...
Clostridium difficile in the Hospital: Infection Prevention ...
WEBJan 19, 2019 · Clostridium difficile in the Hospital: Infection Prevention Considerations Summary . This chapter provides an overview on Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) and prevention strategies.
Serratia Marcescens - Infectious Disease Advisor
WEBMay 14, 2024 · Serratia Marcescens. If you have seen a pink discoloration in the corner of your shower, you have likely encountered Serratia marcescens. 1 S marcescens is a rod-shaped, Gram-negative bacteria that is part of the family Enterobacteriaceae. It can be found in soil, water, plants, and animals. 2 In homes and hospitals, it may be found in the ...
Type O and Rh-Negative Blood Type Protective Against COVID-19
WEBJan 13, 2021 · The relative protective effects of O, Rh-, and O- blood groups were greatest in patients younger than age 70. Secondary outcome results indicated that type O blood group had an aRR of 0.87 (95% CI, 0.78-0.97) for severe COVID-19 illness and death versus all other blood groups and Rh- status had an …
Proteus Mirabilis - Infectious Disease Advisor
WEBMay 9, 2024 · Proteus mirabilis is a Gram-negative bacterium in the Enterobacteriaceae family that frequently causes urinary tract infections (UTIs). 1 It often causes infections in patients with long-term catheterization due to its ability to swarm across surfaces (swarming motility), its production of urease, and its ability to form biofilms. 2 The increasing incidence of antibiotic resistance can ...
Toxic shock syndrome - Infectious Disease Advisor
WEBThe symptoms of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (strep TSS) are the following: fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, and in those with necrotizing fasciitis, severe unrelenting pain. The physical findings for staph TSS are fever, tachycardia, hypotension, sun burn type rash (90%), and altered mental status.
Rotaviruses - Infectious Disease Advisor
WEBThe most common complications of rotaviral infection occur as a consequence of dehydration and associated electrolyte abnormalities (i.e., hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, and acidemia). These metabolic disturbances can have multiple, pathophysiologic effects that include seizure, renal failure, and cardiovascular collapse.