Bacterial Infection Treatment
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- Q How does surgery affect people with flesh-eating bacteria?
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Surgery increases the likelihood that someone infected with flesh-eating bacteria will survive the infection. In surgery, tissue that has been killed by flesh-eating bacteria (there may be a lot of it) is removed. This removal of tissue is necessary for... Full Answer
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- Q Are there alternative treatments for toxic shock syndrome?
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There are no alternative treatments for toxic shock syndrome. It occurs suddenly and is a life-threatening condition. Because it affects people in a variety of ways, treatment depends on the symptoms and their severity. Hospitalization is the first step... Full Answer
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- Q Are there alternative treatments for cellulitis?
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Traditional, rather than alternative, forms of medicine are by far the most widely used methods of treatment for cellulitis. The established medical literature does not generally recognize the use of alternative medicine. Rather, the most common method... Full Answer
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- Q How do I manage my vestibular neuronitis on a daily basis?
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Vestibular neuronitis is characterized by a sudden bout of vertigo that can be incapacitating. To manage this on a daily basis, you will probably need to get plenty of bed rest. After the initial symptoms have passed, you may still have trouble feeling... Full Answer
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- Q Are there alternative treatments for vestibular neuronitis?
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The standard method of treating vestibular neuronitis is to manage the symptoms of the disorder and allow the disease to run its course. When necessary, it is also standard to offer vestibular rehabilitation to decrease the impact of the disorder. As... Full Answer
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- Q What are the treatment options for vestibular neuronitis?
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Generally, vestibular neuronitis clears up on its own. For this reason, doctors generally treat only the symptoms of the disorder. Antihistamines, antimetics, and benzoiazepines are medications given to treat these symptoms. In addition, one of the... Full Answer
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- Q Are there alternative treatments for perichondritis?
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Because perichondritis is a bacterial infection, antibiotics are needed to eliminate the bacteria from your body. When the pus between the cartilage and perichondrium is too great, your doctor may need to drain the fluids to prevent complications. If the... Full Answer
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- Q How do I manage my erysipelas on a daily basis?
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Even after you start antibiotic treatment for your erysipelas, it takes time for your symptoms to go away. You may still experience discomfort from your rash or blisters. You can help manage these symptoms on a day-to-day basis by taking pain medication,... Full Answer
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- Q Are there alternative treatments for erysipelas?
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Antibiotics are the most common, effective, and recommended treatment for erysipelas, and the most direct way to eliminate the underlying cause for the symptoms. During treatment, however, some people take painkillers to help with the irritation of the... Full Answer
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- Q What are the treatment options for inflammation?
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There are many treatment options available for inflammation and the pain that is associated with it. Both heat and cold therapy have been used to reduce inflammation. Proper rest and exercise are important to maintaining a healthy immune system.... Full Answer
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