Medication increases risk of infections
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(BR Press *) - We live in a world of germs. Viruses, bacteria, protozoa. Some cause disease and can even lead to death. The germs are present also in cases of serious infections such as meningitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections and hospital. People used to take medicines on their own cause some of these microbes develop resistance to drugs, making treatment.
Germs live everywhere: in the body of animals, air, food, plants, water or any other surface, including our own body. "Bacteria are everywhere, since most of the time do not need a host to be divided. But not all are harmful. Only 1% of bacteria poses a risk," says Dr. Marcelo Mendonça, infectious disease specialist at Hospital Santa Paula ( SP).
Anti-inflammatory and antibiotic
"Since viruses are not autossuficientes as bacteria and need of the host cell to reproduce," says Dr. Mendonca. According to the doctor, infection usually occurs when bacteria or viruses infect a person and begin to multiply to cause damage to cells. Then the signs and symptoms of disease manifest themselves.
"This is where the immune system kicks in to get rid of what is causing the infection. For example, fever and runny nose are reactions against the flu virus. Whoever adheres to the treatments appropriately responds better to take medicines to combat infection and other symptoms, unlike those who eat anti-inflammatories and antibiotics like hot tea. "
Dr. Mendonca said that in addition to being current on vaccines and strictly follow the treatment prescribed by doctors, a good way to prevent illness is to wash hands properly.
Here are five important tips on how adquiririr and maintain this habit:
1. Wash your hands often - and always after using the bathroom, changing diapers or having contact with pets;
2. Wash your hands, too, before starting to cook or eat;
3. Rinse your hands first and then use the soap and a sponge;
4. Rub hands for 15 seconds at least, making a clean palm and back of the other, the wrist and nails;
5. Rinse hands thoroughly, drying them then. Remember: water and soap may be the solution.
(*) With Press Home Projects Communication.
Source: BR Press
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