Question 1

what is the main bloodborne infection of concern?

Accepted Answer

Any of them: Bloodborne infections are to be avoided.

Question 2

can l get a bloodborne infection from having my blood drawn?

Accepted Answer

Rarely, but: That should not happen because the needles are single-use disposable needles, and the skin is cleaned off with alcohol first. However, many things are possible in life. The answer to the question, "Can this happen?" is therefore almost always YES, even if incredibly unlikely. Infection is more likely if a person has a poorly functioning immune system, such as some cancer patients during treatment.

Question 3

i have eczema, so i constantly have open-wounds on my body. a doctor told me  that this puts me at a higher risk of catching infections. what illnesses/diseases should i especially keep an eye out for then? how about bloodbourne pathogens?

Accepted Answer

Skin infections: You are greater risk for skin infections. Even bugs that are harmless to other people may cause skin infections in you. You should consult a dermatologist for treatment of eczema.

Question 4

are  e.coli infections common in the united states?

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Very!: The commonest e.Coli infections are in the urinary tract. Most bladder infections are caused by e.Coli.

Question 5

how common are stec infections?

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Quite common: In the usa, maybe 35, 000 cases per year seems to be the popular guesstimate, but most are mild.  There are about 1000 hospitalizations and 30 deaths -- these are certain to be diagnosed in the microbiology lab and these numbers should be trustworthy.  The risk is real; cook your burgers well.

Question 6

what are some common sources of infection?

Accepted Answer

Organisms: Bacteria, viruses and parasites.

Question 7

is infection common in d and c?

Accepted Answer

Uncommon: A d;c (dilation and curettage) is a surgical procedure. Often times in surgery antibiotics are given prior to the case to prevent infection. However in the case of d;c, the risk of infection is so low that antibiotics are seldom recommended. The risk of infection is rated at.

Question 8

what are the most common nosocomial infections?

Accepted Answer

Nosocomial infection: Infections that occur in the hospital or a health-care setting are referred to as 'nosocomial infections'. These are unfortunate complications occuring in places where there shouldn't be any. According to the CDC, the most common of these infections are urinary tract infections (UTI), followed by surgical site infections, bloodstream infections and pneumonia. Talk to your doc if you have questions

Question 9

can the common cold lead to secondary infections?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are many secondary issues from a cold virus depending upon one's state of health and immune response. Ear infections, sinusitis and pneumonias are such examples. Sometimes, these complications require antibiotic therapy. See your doctor.

Question 10

what are the most common symptoms of rickettsial infection?

Accepted Answer

Let me help: Fever, severe headache, a characteristic rash, a general feeling of illness (malaise). Those the major symptoms.

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