Question 1

i had proteus wound infection and have had joint problems since can the infection be the cause. and will this cause any longterm problems to my health?

Accepted Answer

Proteus: This is an unusual cause of wound infection, and is often a contaminant in cultures because of its ability to overgrow other bacteria. It is unlikely to be related to joint problems and you should see a doctor about the cause of these.  The wound infection should not have long-term effects if it has been adequately eradicated..

Question 2

how common is an infection from  proteus mirabilis?

Accepted Answer

Common: Proteus mirabilis is often found as a cause of urinary tract infection.  Because the bug produces a urease enzyme, the urea in the urine is metabolized into ammonia.  This will make the ph of the urine alkaline and can be associated with urinary tract calculi (stones).

Question 3

what causes proteus mirabilis infection of the skin?

Accepted Answer

Proteus mirabilis: This would be incredibly unusual and would seriously question the diagnosis.  This organism is most commonly found in the GI tract and can cause uti.  Often on the surface of the skin, but seldom if ever the cause of infection.  See an infectious diseases expert and get examined. Good luck.

Question 4

how do i disinfect underwear if i have vaginal bacterial infection (proteus mirabilis)? will hot water and bleach work? or would i have to boil water?

Accepted Answer

Hot water works: Cleaning your underwear in hot water will generally remove bacteria.

Question 5

my plantar wound culture is positive for proteus mirabilis.should i be worried? should i go for iv meropenem?

Accepted Answer

: Proteus mirabilis is usually sensitive to most common antibiotics used for gram negative bacteria, such as quinolone or cephalosporine second or third generation, etc. and IV meropenem may be not necessary. The antibiogram should be the final guidance after the empiric treatment and route of antibiotic depends on the severity of your foot wound. Good luck.

Question 6

what if i give oral sex to someone that has proteus mirabilis? what would it infect? would it be able to travel all the way to my urinary tract?

Accepted Answer

Oral sex and UTI: If you have oral sex with a person with a uti, you will not get a uti. The most common cause of a UTI in a woman is by having bacteria entering the bladder through the urethra. That would not happen during oral sex.

Question 7

i hv uti im on prulofloxacin 600 been 2 days.went to pee and hv a new wound on my finger could proteus mirabilis enter my blood while washing my hand?

Accepted Answer

Not to worry: Although Proteus is a true infection, the likelihood of the bacteria entering the bloodstream is minimal.  Antibiotics can typically steriize the urine within 24 hours, however, Proteus can be associated with kidney stones.  It is important to rule out a kidney stone with an ultrasound of the kidney.  If a stone is present, the bacteria can shed especially if they are resistant to the antibiotic.

Question 8

could proteus mirabilis infect my throat or mouth? i had it in my vagina. my husband has it too. i gave him oral before i knew he had it. could it be in my mouth or throat since it was in my vagina

Accepted Answer

Possibly  : Sounds reasonable and i would suggest that you both see your family physician for cultures and if both of you show up positive, usually a medicine like Amoxicillin with get rid of the germ.

Question 9

what's a wound infection caused by?

Accepted Answer

Infection: A wound infection is caused by a bacterium. There are thousands of species of bacteria that we live with every day; a smaller subset are the culprits of wound infections.

Question 10

in what way is a severe wound infection treated?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics: The wound should be seen by a physician.  It may need to be opened and drained to get rid of the source of the infection followed by wound care to allow good healing.  Patients are usually initially started on antibiotics to help clear the infection.

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I had proteus wound infection and have had joint problems since can the infection be the cause. and will this cause any longterm problems to my health?

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How common is an infection from proteus mirabilis?

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What causes proteus mirabilis infection of the skin?

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How do i disinfect underwear if i have vaginal bacterial infection (proteus mirabilis)? will hot water and bleach work? or would i have to boil water?

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My plantar wound culture is positive for proteus mirabilis.should i be worried? should i go for iv meropenem?

A member asked:

What if i give oral sex to someone that has proteus mirabilis? what would it infect? would it be able to travel all the way to my urinary tract?

A member asked:

I hv uti im on prulofloxacin 600 been 2 days.went to pee and hv a new wound on my finger could proteus mirabilis enter my blood while washing my hand?

A member asked:

Could proteus mirabilis infect my throat or mouth? i had it in my vagina. my husband has it too. i gave him oral before i knew he had it. could it be in my mouth or throat since it was in my vagina

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What's a wound infection caused by?

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In what way is a severe wound infection treated?

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