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Bacteria that enter the bloodstream from your lungs can spread the infection to other organs, potentially causing organ failure. Difficulty breathing. If your ...
Because bacterial infections can lead to death, finding the cause is vital. Bacterial meningitis. Germs that enter the bloodstream and travel to the brain and ...
Toxic shock syndrome is a rare complication of certain types of bacterial infections. It can be fatal. Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, also called staph ...
UTIs occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract through the urethra and begin to spread in the bladder. The urinary system is designed to keep out bacteria.
Inflamed sinuses most commonly are caused by viruses, bacteria or allergies. Antibiotics may be prescribed to treat a bacterial sinus infection but will not ...
This common bacterial infection is spread through contaminated food or water and affects the intestinal tract. Learn more about prevention and treatment.
Cellulitis (sel-u-LIE-tis) is a spreading skin infection, most commonly of the lower leg. It's caused by bacteria entering through a break in the skin.
Some bacteria and other germs are resistant to most types of antibiotics and medicines that treat them. Find out the risks and how to prevent infections.
Clostridioides difficile (klos-TRID-e-oi-deez dif-uh-SEEL) is a bacterium that causes an infection of the colon, the longest part of the large intestine.
But other types of bacteria can cause infections, too. Bacterial bladder infections may happen in women after sex. Even in those who aren't sexually active, ...
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