Tag: antibiotics

Bacterial vs. Viral Infections: Key Differences and Treatments

Bacterial vs. Viral Infections: Key Differences and Treatments

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Learn the key differences between bacterial and viral infections, how to tell them apart, and why antibiotics don't work on viruses. Understand treatment options, risks of misuse, and how to protect yourself and others.

Antibiotics for Bacterial Infections: Classes and How They Work

Antibiotics for Bacterial Infections: Classes and How They Work

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Antibiotics treat bacterial infections by targeting specific bacterial structures or processes. Learn how beta-lactams, macrolides, fluoroquinolones, and other classes work - and why misuse leads to resistance.