Came across some brochures during the hospital stay, so I thought it be good for me to make a note or something to refer to. Hope this little information are useful to all who have been following my blog.
1. WHAT CAUSES INFECTIONS?
Infections may be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungus or parasites.
Most SORE THROAT, COUGHS, COLDS and GASTROENTERITIS are due to viruses.
Bacterial infections in childhood may include PNEUMONIA, OTITIS MEDIA (MIDDLE EAR INFECTIONS, MENINGTIS (INFECTION OF THE COVERING OF THE BRAIN) and URINARY TRACT INFECTION.
2. WHAT ARE ANTIBIOTICS ?
Antibiotics are drugs prescribed by the doctors to fight disease-causing bacteria. When used properly, it can saves lives. However, improper use of antibiotics can be harmful to the child.
Antibiotics do not work on viruses. Children usually recover from common viral infections spontaneously after several days.
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