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Diagnosis of Staphylococcus

A diagnosis of the presence of staphylococcus is generally confirmed through the use of a culture grown of an appropriate specimen. Observation of the color, smell, clearance zone on the culture medium, or other tests helps determine the type of staphylococcus present. Relatively recently, a staph infection can be determined more quickly so that infection … Continue reading

Symptoms of Parasitic Infections

An infection caused by the organism known as Guinea worm is fairly well documented in ancient records. The infection is contracted by drinking contaminated water in which the eggs are found. The stomach acid releases the larvae into the intestine. Female worms live under the surface of the skin for about a year. They then … Continue reading

Treatment and Prevention of Sinus Infections

The type of infection will determine the appropriate treatment. Most sinus infections don’t require active treatment with drugs or medications, since antibiotics are not effective against viral or fungal causes. The natural defenses of the body will fight off an acute infection in many cases. Treatments to relieve sinus infection symptoms include nasal sprays, nasal … Continue reading

Diagnosis of Sinusitis

When the medical professional is attempting to determine the cause of the sinus infection, there are several processes that may be done. For example, the doctor will probably check to see if there is tenderness in the throat or nasal passages. Blockages, pockets where infections can thrive or abnormalities can be viewed with the aid … Continue reading