I am taking Bactrium for 10 days for a Staph Infection. I have read alot of information about a disorder?
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Stevens-Johnson Syndrome*, or SJS, is a very serious skin condition where the mucous membranes surrounding the skin become irritated and inflamed. Some of these reactions are extremely debilitating, and 15% of the reported cases result in fatalities. Most drugs that cause SJS are in a group called sulfonamides, a class of antimicrobial drugs first introduced for soldiers to use on wounds in the Second World War. This reaction was common enough that the Food and Drug Administration mandated that any products containing “sulfa” carry a warning advising about this potentially fatal condition. Some Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) such as Bextra are known to trigger this reaction as well.\n\nThere are more issues with the NSAIDS than the sulfa drugs and I have been giving patients Bactrim DS for infections for years with nothing but good results.  I would much rather risk the chance of a skin disorder than have a staph infection which, untreated, can kill you or cause you to lose a limb or worse.\n\nIn another question I answered today, a person inquired about medications being toxic.  All medications are toxic because they are not (chemically-speaking) natural to the human body.  That makes them poisonous.  Some are worse than others, so you and your doctor have to weigh the benefits of taking a drug (in your case, an antibiotic) against the results of not treating an infection or disease, some of which would be fatal.
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You are probably thinking of a staph infection.  Staph is a bacterium that can be found everywhere and, when it infiltrates a human system, very dangerous.  I don't know from your question exactly what form the staph infection is taking or whether or not you've sought treatment, but I'd advise you seek a physician's help.  Bumps on the face and genitals caused by staph could be serious.
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yeah, they are right, heres a site with some info:\nhttp://www.antibiotics-info.org/bact02.asp
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Occurs in a systemic infection like scepticemia. What would you like to know?
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This is one of the few medical questions I am fully qualified to answer. I expect you're referring to the c-diff (clostridium difficile) toxin and the resulting horrors when it takes over the colon and begins to destroy healthy gut flora (this is the healthy and necessary bacteria which resides in our digestive tracts and allows us to process and digest food). Antibiotics CAUSE this deadly condition and we still overuse and abuse them. Astonishing!\n\nI very nearly died of the resulting disease process (pseudomembranous enterocolitis) 15 years ago and was in and out of hospital for six months. It was the worst and most frightening experience of my life but I survived it and am a healthier and in many respects a better person for having endured that ordeal. Enough of that.\n\nWhat you need to know is this: Avoid antiobiotics like the plague unless your illness is life-threatening (I haven't touched them in 15 years and I've had plenty of bouts with bronchitis, et al). If you are obliged to take them, don't just focus on rebuilding your normal gut flora after the fact; try to keep it strong throughout the period you are actually taking the antibiotics. \n\nThe best method is to ingest probiotics like lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidus. You can find these naturally in yogurt, but make sure the label indicates the presence of "live and active cultures" in whatever brand you buy or it will be worthless. You can also find acidophilus milk at many grocery stores. Both lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidus, as well as some other beneficial probiotics, can be found as supplements in health food stores, usually in capsule or powder form which needs to be refrigerated. \n\nI hope this helps. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to ask by using the "Add Details" link on your original question page. Good luck!
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It's never good to take antibiotics without first seeing a doctor, if it's not the right one for the job, you are strengthening the bad organisms.  Not good.\nIf you are trying to avoid going to the doctor, I'd try an epsom salt soak or hot compress several times a day for a couple of days to draw out the puss.  Also clean it with a half and half mixture of iodine/peroxide for a couple of days if you can, then peroxide alone for a couple of times, and keep triple-antibiotic ointment (Neosporin) on it at all times for three or so days with a bandage.  DON'T PICK AT IT!  It'll take a while but it will heal.\nStaph infections will heal, but the staph always remains in your body in one form or another after that  Keep this thing clean; salts heal, iodine/peroxide is sterile, triple-antibiotic heals and prevents.\nTake better care of yourself.
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Sepsis (or blood infection) is a condition in which your body is fighting a severe infection. If you become "septic," you will likely be in a state of low blood pressure termed "shock." This condition can develop either as a result of your body’s own defense system or from toxic substances made by the infecting agent (such as a bacteria, virus, or fungus).\n\n    * People at risk\n\n          o People whose immune systems (the body’s defense against microbes) are not functioning well because of an illness, such as cancer or AIDS, are more prone to have sepsis.\n\n          o Because their immune systems are not completely developed, very young babies may get sepsis if they become infected and are not treated in a timely manner. Often, if they develop signs of an infection such as fever, infants have to receive antibiotics and be admitted to the hospital.\n\n          o The elderly population, especially those with other medical illnesses such as diabetes, may be at increased risk as well.\n\nMany different microbes can cause sepsis. Although bacteria are most commonly the cause, viruses and fungi can also cause sepsis. Infections in the lungs (pneumonia), bladder and kidneys (urinary tract infections), skin (cellulitis), abdomen (such as appendicitis), and other organs (such as meningitis) can spread and lead to sepsis. Infections that develop after surgery can also lead to sepsis.\n\nSepsis Symptoms\n\n    * If you have sepsis, often you will have fever. Sometimes, though, the body temperature may be normal or even low.\n\n    * You may also have chills and severe shaking.\n\n    * Your heart may be beating very fast and your breathing rapid.\n\n    * Confusion, disorientation, and agitation may be seen as well as dizziness and decreased urination.\n\n    * Some people who have sepsis develop a rash on their skin. The rash may be a reddish discoloration or small dark red dots throughout the body.\n\n    * You may also develop pain in the joints at your wrists, elbows, back, hips, knees, and ankles.
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Normally you shouldn't stop taking bactrim/septra because it's an anitbiotic. You don't want your body to build up a resistance to the medication. I would call the doctors office anyways, many doctors have an answering service that picks up phone calls during off hours. Tell them that you believe you might be having an allergic reaction to the medication, and ask that the doctor give you call back. You doctor will then be able to discuss with you, any other opitions you might have. Good Luck!
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Staph is a bacteria that naturally is on your skin (and even inside your body).   There are a number of reasons your Staph count could have increased to the point of being an infection.   The primary reason would be that you had a skin break (scratch or tear, etc.) inside your nose, and the bacteria multiplied there.\n\nBest of everything!
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no, taking antibiotics should not make them worse, ensure soft and regular BM's, not too hard nor diarhea, sitz baths, preparation H, see a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen, good luck
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there is a normal discharg & abnormal one in this case it prapably would be a fungal infx\nyou better see a doctor & have a culture of it.\nif you cant afford one\ntake one doses of metronedazol  1200mg each day for 2 days,\nor 300 three times daily for five days.
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http://textbookofbacteriology.net/staph.html\n\nthis is a site that has all the info you will need on the infection and it legit from medical training books. Staph epidermis is an infection and their are more than 20 types. Way too much to type. Some are considered to be blood born pathogens, (contagious if you mix body fluids) but not generally. This page explains everything and the treatment, some forms of the infection are even helpful others deadly. Good luck, hope this helps
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Well I had mono and I could not return to normal activity for about 5 weeks,  but I had a severe case I was hospitolized and everything but I think a normal case lasts for about 3-4 weeks!  The advice I can give you is rest, drink lots of fluids, and if you didnt go see a doctor yet you need to go see a doctor so you can go on antibiotics and get yourself better!  I hope you feel better soon!!  Lots of Luck!
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It may be infected. Get some Neosporin at the drugstore and keep putting it on there several times a day. It will get better, unless you have the flesh eating bacteria, then you may want to go to the hospital.
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Yes, it's an uncommon infection which affects people who have depressed immune systems.  It is in the same family as TB but not as catchy to normal people.  There are lots of ways to treat it.  It is spelled with a "y", mycobacterium.  Good luck.
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Staph infections are very common, so much so that many people don't know they have one. They can infect any part of the body and usually enter through an open cut. The best way to treat staph infections is by administering antibiotics, which are used to fight many bacterial infections. However. the American Medical Association suggests using caution with any type of medicine and has provided a list of things to know before using antibiotics. \n\n•  Antibiotics do not work against all infections. Antibiotics work only against infections that are caused by bacteria. These drugs are not effective at all against most viral infections. This is why your doctor will not always prescribe an antibiotic if you have an infection. Some antibiotics are effective against only certain types of bacteria. Others can effectively fight a wide range of bacteria. Bacterial infections include strep throat, most ear infections and some sinus, bladder and lung infections. \nMost common infections - such as colds, bronchitis and sore throats - are caused by viruses. Antibiotics should not be used for these viral infections because they don't help. In fact, they may cause side effects, and overuse of antibiotics contributes to the growing problem of bacterial resistance. Some viral infections such as herpes infection, some cases of influenza and HIV/AIDS can be treated with antiviral drugs. Based on your illness and symptoms, your doctor can determine if prescribing an antibiotic is appropriate. Your doctor will then select the antibiotic that will work best for your infection. \nAntibiotics may cause side effects. If your doctor prescribes an antibiotic, be sure to ask him or her what possible side effects are possible. Antibiotics can cause nausea, diarrhea and stomach pain. In some people, an allergic reaction can occur. Some antibiotics kill naturally occurring bacteria that are needed by the body. These "good" bacteria are then replaced by bacteria that can cause diarrhea or yeast infections. If you experience any side effects when you are taking an antibiotic, you should call your doctor. \nBacteria can become resistant to an antibiotic that was previously effective. Resistance is most likely to develop after long-term treatment with an antibiotic or with antibiotics that kill a wide variety of bacteria. Resistance is a growing problem, and there is concern that some types of infections will eventually not be treatable with antibiotics. This resistance is ascribed to overuse of antibiotics, especially for common viral infections. \nIt is very important that antibiotics be taken as prescribed. Antibiotics should only be used when prescribed by your doctor. Consult with your doctor before taking any other medications (including over-the-counter medications). You should never take antibiotics given to you by someone else or prescribed for a previous illness. \nThe dosage is a very important factor in antibiotic effectiveness. If the dosage of the antibiotic is not adequate, it will not be effective for treatment of the infection and bacteria are more likely to develop resistance. This is because the bacteria can continue to grow and develop ways to disrupt the antibiotic's effects. \nAntibiotics must be taken for the full amount of time prescribed by your doctor. Many times, patients will stop the use of an antibiotic when they begin to feel better and it seems that the illness has gone. However, even after the symptoms are gone, the bacteria may still be present in small amounts and an infection can return if use of the antibiotic is stopped. Not completing the prescribed dose may also promote resistance. \nAntibiotics should not be saved and reused. You should always take the full course of antibiotic treatment, so none of the drug should be "left over." However, if this has occurred, the antibiotics should not be taken to treat any other illness. Different types of infections require different types of antibiotic
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I made an acquaintance on line with a lady who had been going through similar problems for the longest time.  She was so confused and frustrated as I'm sure you are.  \n\nI told her about the benefits and reasons behind taking Probiotics along with any Antibiotic prescribed by her doctor.\n\nShe started the Probiotics and within days she was feeling better.  There was also no reoccurence for as long as we corresponded.\n\nStay on the Probiotics for a couple months after finishing the Antibiotic protocol it won't hurt you.\n\n************************************************\n\nHere is a link to a webpage from the NY Times explaining more about Probiotics.  \n\nhttp://preventdisease.com/news/articles/benefits_of_probiotics.shtml\n\nHope this helps