Question 1

white layered dry skin in head. if removed, it turns into black skin like rashes. 6 month before found and treated streptococcus bacterial infection?

Accepted Answer

Skin cancer?: When a skin lesion fails to heal and not associated with burning or itching, one should get checked for skin cancer.    The fact that it was infected 6 months ago might be due to scratching thereby introducing bacteria into the lesion.   It is only prudent to see a dermatologist to make sure that it is not a skin cancer.

Question 2

my gf was being treated for a vaginal bacterial infection and we had unprotected sex on her last day of treatment. i have a rash now, what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Reaction to meds: The only good explanation is a reaction to the medication which is likely called metrogel.  Apply Hydrocortisone cream and if it does not clear up quickly, seek attention.

Question 3

i had a bug bite that turned to lesion. bacterial infection was ruled out. it is now responding to anti-fungal cream. however, a rash (bumps/blisters) has developed near the lesion. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Viral? Eczema?: Depending on the location this could be herpes. Not just genital herpes, but the virus can come to other parts of the body too (not through sexual contact).   Herpetic whitlow comes to the fingers, for example,  the other thing you could have is dyshidrotic eczema, which causes blisters and responds to steroid cream (like hydrocortisone).

Question 4

i had a rash all on my chest. the doctor gave me prednisone because they don't know what's causing it. it's back now. could it be bacterial infection?

Accepted Answer

Rash: A bacterial infection is possible but not common. That said, please have your doctor check for bacterial infection.
If you are not comfortable with your current doctor, ask your family or friends for a different doctor.

Please let me know how things go!

Question 5

son went to urgent care was told rash on legs was bacterial infection.  followed up with primary dr was told its poison ivy.  how can he tell which diagnosis/meds to follow

Accepted Answer

Probably poison ivy: did he have fever? if no more likely PI
does he have underlying illness such as diabetes? if not more likely PI
Is the lesion diffusely red spreading up the leg, tender and blanching with a tender inguinal lymph node?
if not more likely PI
experience suggests family doctor more likely right thanurgent care. easier to mistake poison ivy for infection than vice versa

Question 6

what is some possible causes for reoccurring bacterial infections?

Accepted Answer

Wrong PH: The vagina needs acidic ph.   Antibiotics first, then vinager douching followed by probiotics via pills(provela) or yogurt like activia or danactive.

Question 7

what causes a bacterial infection to develop and can it keep you from concieving?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria/opportunist: Bacteria are basic opportunists.They grow & reproduce anywhere they find a source of moisture & nutrients, if a germ like chlamydia or gonococcus are introduced into the female genital tract, they can find plenty  of nutrients along the linings. Over time they can produce scarring of the inside of delicate structures like the fallopian tubes & reduce fertility.

Question 8

can bacterial infections cause cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not directly: Several pathogenic bacteria known to establish persistent infections, can promote or initiate abnormal cell growth by evading the immune system and creating an environment that can result in cancer (chronic inflammation and production of carcinogenic bacterial metabolites). Helicobacter pylori is a species of bacteria that causes ulcers. If left untreated, this can lead to stomach cancer.

Question 9

can bacterial infection cause encephalitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes but likely viral: Encephalitis, inflammation of the brain, can be caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi, parasites, unknown causes, etc... Patients with identifiable causes usually have viral infections. Herpes types 1 & 2, epstein barr virus, varicella (chicken pox, shingles) virus, polio virus, coxsackie (hand-foot-mouth) virus, or mosquito-borne viruses can cause encephalitis.

Question 10

could bacterial infections cause missing periods?

Accepted Answer

Significant illness : To include bacterial infections could cause a delay or cause you to miss a period.

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White layered dry skin in head. if removed, it turns into black skin like rashes. 6 month before found and treated streptococcus bacterial infection?

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My gf was being treated for a vaginal bacterial infection and we had unprotected sex on her last day of treatment. i have a rash now, what can it be?

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I had a bug bite that turned to lesion. bacterial infection was ruled out. it is now responding to anti-fungal cream. however, a rash (bumps/blisters) has developed near the lesion. what should i do?

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I had a rash all on my chest. the doctor gave me prednisone because they don't know what's causing it. it's back now. could it be bacterial infection?

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Son went to urgent care was told rash on legs was bacterial infection. followed up with primary dr was told its poison ivy. how can he tell which diagnosis/meds to follow

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What is some possible causes for reoccurring bacterial infections?

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What causes a bacterial infection to develop and can it keep you from concieving?

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Can bacterial infections cause cancer?

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