Question 1

why can't viral infections be treated?

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Some can be: Many viral infections such as herpes, varicella, rsv, hiv, hepatitis band influenza are treated with antiviral antibiotics.  For others we have no effective treatments or the side effects of the treatments are worse than the self-limited viral diseases.

Question 2

expert opinions? what kind of inhibitors of protein synthesis is used to treat viral infections?

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It depends: Treatment options depend on the specific virus involved.

Question 3

how come i have recurring viral infections?

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Immune system: Some people are prone to certain types of infections due to their immune composition. Rarely people can have immune disorders, but this is usually diagnosed early in life.

Question 4

what are the causes of viral infections in infants?

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Viral Infections: Viruses are living material that may cause illness spread generally from person to person thru several mechanisms including close contact.Avoidance of ill people and good handwashing are factors in preventing spread.

Question 5

what causes viral infections in new infants?

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New agents: New babies are pretected to some degree from the types of viruses the mom developed immunity to in her lifetime. This immunity is transient & passes thru the placenta during pregnancy.It lasts for a few months in most infants.Premis don't get as much as full term babies. If mom never had & developed immunity to a virus, baby will be susceptable.

Question 6

why are lymphocytes high in viral infections ?

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: This is the body's reaction to the virus. The body reacts with appropriate ways to each infections . It uses polymorphs, lymphocyes and other cells depending on the pathogen.

Question 7

can viral throat infections go on for months?

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Viral infection: Viral infections are usually limited to one to two weeks, although there are some viruses that can hang on much longer, but these are the exceptions.  So, it obviously depends on what virus it is.  Of course, a sore throat might not be a viral infection at all.  There are other things that can cause sore throats that are not infections.  I'd get it checked.  Could just be reflux.

Question 8

what can cause viral infections in infants?

Accepted Answer

Viruses: The newborn is fortunate to have temporary immunity to many viral illnesses based on moms lifetime of experiences. This temporary immunity is passed thru the placenta & begins to fade by 3-4 mo. After that point an kids get an average of 5-7 viral respiratory illnesses/yr and 2-3 diarrheal illnesses/yr. Some vaccines (mmr & hep b) are available to prevent some illnesses, but most will self heal.

Question 9

quantatative immunoglobulins test can it detect infections viral or bacterial?

Accepted Answer

Not specific: Such a study just verifies they are present in at least normal amounts. If the sub-types are raised it is a non-specific indicator that the immune system was turned on to some challenge, not the type of challenge.

Question 10

what are the symptoms of viral sinus infections?

Accepted Answer

Cannot tell the: difference. Sinus infection can be viral or bacterial. Facial pain , drainage frequently colored or bloody, pain in the face and alteration of taste can all be symptoms including fever. Suggest that you do not smoke. If this persist see your doctor.

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