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Do Middle Ear Infections Always Require Antibiotics?
Middle ear infections, or otitis media, are common. While antibiotics are often prescribed for these...
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Antibiotics for Sinusitis: Should You Treat Sinusitis with Antibiotics?
You might think that antibiotics are what you need to treat sinusitis, the inflammation of...
June 5, 2024
Infectious Diseases
Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: What You Need to Know
Chlamydia and gonorrhea are two common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They are most prevalent among...
June 5, 2024
Infectious Diseases
Bacterial Vaginosis: What You Need to Know
Bacterial vaginitis, or vaginosis, is an infection of the vagina caused by an overgrowth of...
June 5, 2024
Infectious Diseases
What You Need to Know About the Flu (Influenza) and Tamiflu
Influenza, commonly called the flu, is a viral illness passed from person to person in...
June 5, 2024
Infectious Diseases
Trichomoniasis: What You Need To Know
Trichomoniasis, or “trich,” is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI). Trichomoniasis is a parasite infection...
June 5, 2024
Infectious Diseases
Do I Need Antibiotics for Bronchitis?
Antibiotics are effective only for bacterial infections, so taking them for non-bacterial illness is ineffective...
June 5, 2024
Infectious Diseases