Question 1

i have an iud.  i have been getting continuous bladder infections?  is there a difference between a fungal infection and bacterial infection are they treated differently?  it feel like my uterus/cervix wants to fall out, its seems very very low.

Accepted Answer

IUD: Go to a Gynecologist Doctor to have the IUD removed. If you are uncomfortable with your Dr. see another. If you can't find a Dr. goto the Emergency Room of your hospital.

Question 2

sir i am very prone to fungal or bacterial infection, sir i thought due to low immunity, so is there any medicine to enhance immunity?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There are many different parts to the immune system, and many illnesses that can affect it.  Certain types of immune deficiency can be treated, but first you need to be thoroughly evaluated by a physician to determine if there is a measurable deficiency, what it is and what it may be due to.  Have you been tested for hiv?

Question 3

what is the difference between a bacterial or fungal infection?

Accepted Answer

Quite a bit: One group is caused by one in a myriad of bacteria and the other is caused by one in a myriad of fungi.  Probably need a more focused question to help in 400 characters.

Question 4

how to tell the difference between a fungal and bacterial infection?

Accepted Answer

Culture: Culture of the lesion, exudate, biopsy or blood will provide the definitive distinction. Superficial infections may be resolved by microscopic examination of exudate or scrapping.

Question 5

i was draining my portable ac from the water it had. the smell of the draining water was bad and it kinda made me have a funny feeling. i didnt have it up close to me though. could this be dangerous? could it cause bacterial or fungal infections?

Accepted Answer

: When cleaning anything that has standing water, fungus, mold and other contaminants may be present. Use a mask and gloves, and drain the water into a toilet (not shower or sink). Disinfect the unit using bleach solution and wash your hands thoroughly after finishing this task. Unless you are experiencing cough, chest tightness, fever, etc, you are probably not infected.

Question 6

what is tx for inflamed skin w/ possible fungal or bacterial infection? skin s in a fold that stays moist, cannot be unfolded.

Accepted Answer

Bacterial=cellulitis: Bacterial infection of skin manifesting as spreading red area is cellulitis, a serious infection needing prompt treatment with antibiotics.If fever or large area affected, antibiotics IV (by vein) in hospital sometimes is needed.

Fungal/yeast infection of the skin can occur in folds, because these organisms grow well in a warm, damp, dark area.  Topical Nystatin helps, particularly in powder form.

Question 7

sores in nose could it be a bacterial or fungal infection ?

Accepted Answer

Usually bacterial: Sores at the nasal outlet tend to be members of the staph or strep family of bacteria.

Question 8

suggest some medicine for fungal or bacterial infection in vagina. thank you ?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal Symptoms: Need to know more about cause of vaginal symptoms. Fungal infections are treated differently that bacterial infections. Your medical provider can help sort this out for you.

Question 9

infection that makes the glans white and without sensitivity, is it a fungal or bacterial infection?

Accepted Answer

: Inflammation of the glans penis (balanitis) is common in uncirumcised men. It could be either fungal or bacterial. Start by retracting the foreskin and washing with soap and water 3 times a day. If that doesn't clear it up within a few days, see a doctor. Good luck.

Question 10

can you tell me is it as similarly possible to detect bacterial and fungal infections in immunocompromised patients as in immunocompetent?

Accepted Answer

Yes and No: When you are immunocompromised, we cannot rely as well on things like your WBC (white blood cell count) when determining if an infection is present. However, the gold standard tests for checking for infections, the different cultures ( such as a culture of your blood, urine, throat, wound drainage, etc) is as reliable if your immune system is out of whack. SO you may get treated waiting for cxs.

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A member asked:

I have an iud. i have been getting continuous bladder infections? is there a difference between a fungal infection and bacterial infection are they treated differently? it feel like my uterus/cervix wants to fall out, its seems very very low.

A member asked:

Sir i am very prone to fungal or bacterial infection, sir i thought due to low immunity, so is there any medicine to enhance immunity?

A member asked:

What is the difference between a bacterial or fungal infection?

A member asked:

How to tell the difference between a fungal and bacterial infection?

A member asked:

I was draining my portable ac from the water it had. the smell of the draining water was bad and it kinda made me have a funny feeling. i didnt have it up close to me though. could this be dangerous? could it cause bacterial or fungal infections?

A member asked:

What is tx for inflamed skin w/ possible fungal or bacterial infection? skin s in a fold that stays moist, cannot be unfolded.

A member asked:

Sores in nose could it be a bacterial or fungal infection ?

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Suggest some medicine for fungal or bacterial infection in vagina. thank you ?

A member asked:

Infection that makes the glans white and without sensitivity, is it a fungal or bacterial infection?

A member asked:

Can you tell me is it as similarly possible to detect bacterial and fungal infections in immunocompromised patients as in immunocompetent?

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