If antibiotic resistant infections were reduced “by just 20 percent, [the population] would save 3.2 to 5.2 billion dollars... each year.” (Medical) The seriousness of antibiotic resistance is becoming increasingly evident and is gaining global attention to the point of being recognized on epidemic levels. Antibiotics were made to aid the body’s immune system and fight off bacteria, however studies are being conducted proving that antibiotics may be harmful and not always necessary; therefore, alternative treatment and, in some circumstances, complete avoidance can prevent antibiotic resistant infection. Some methods of preventing the infection are simple, others require background information to learn how to take antibiotics and the differences
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The medicine used to treat the infections, sometimes come with their own effects that are sometimes worse than the infection itself. Side effects are defined as an unwanted reaction that may occur in addition to the desired reaction. The most common of side effects are diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, and abdominal pain (Drugs). Digestion is always affected when taking antibiotics because sugars are increased and bacteria thrive on “food”, sugar being their favorite type of food. On top of the typical side effects, patients sometimes experience formation of kidney stones, blood clotting, sun sensitivity, and occasionally deafness. On top of side effects, there is also a risk of a severe allergy risk. Allergies aren’t always detected before a medication is taken, so when the medication is taken the person may experience anaphylaxis: a severe allergic reaction that requires immediate medical attention …show more content…
First it is vital to understand that the body is a remarkable healing machine, it simply takes maintenance of the body and care of the immune system. Know the body’s limits. Diet has a head in every illness it seems and for the right reasons. Excessive sugar interferes with the body’s normal ability to fight off bacteria, because bacteria love sugar (Total Health). In 1980, Barton Schmitt made the name fever phobia. In the 1980’s people were terrified of fevers and did whatever it took to get rid of the fever. Do not get rid of the fever. Fevers are good for the healing process because bacteria hate toxically high temperatures and getting rid of the fever allows the bacteria to be in a comfortable temperature to spread. As long as a temperature stays below 103-104, besides being uncomfortable, it is good. Four signs that it is time to visit the doctor are: if a fever lasts more than five days, if the fever continually rises and constant lethargic behavior, if there is an accompaniment of rash, headache, light sensitivity, confusion, or a stiff/painful neck, or if there is chronic pain (Parents). The last way to prevent resistance is to look for natural remedies. Natural remedies should become a go to instead of the doctor’s office. When actively trying to prevent resistance it is always easier to prevent the illness, therefore work to strengthen the immune system before
The medicine used to treat the infections, sometimes come with their own effects that are sometimes worse than the infection itself. Side effects are defined as an unwanted reaction that may occur in addition to the desired reaction. The most common of side effects are diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, and abdominal pain (Drugs). Digestion is always affected when taking antibiotics because sugars are increased and bacteria thrive on “food”, sugar being their favorite type of food. On top of the typical side effects, patients sometimes experience formation of kidney stones, blood clotting, sun sensitivity, and occasionally deafness. On top of side effects, there is also a risk of a severe allergy risk. Allergies aren’t always detected before a medication is taken, so when the medication is taken the person may experience anaphylaxis: a severe allergic reaction that requires immediate medical attention …show more content…
First it is vital to understand that the body is a remarkable healing machine, it simply takes maintenance of the body and care of the immune system. Know the body’s limits. Diet has a head in every illness it seems and for the right reasons. Excessive sugar interferes with the body’s normal ability to fight off bacteria, because bacteria love sugar (Total Health). In 1980, Barton Schmitt made the name fever phobia. In the 1980’s people were terrified of fevers and did whatever it took to get rid of the fever. Do not get rid of the fever. Fevers are good for the healing process because bacteria hate toxically high temperatures and getting rid of the fever allows the bacteria to be in a comfortable temperature to spread. As long as a temperature stays below 103-104, besides being uncomfortable, it is good. Four signs that it is time to visit the doctor are: if a fever lasts more than five days, if the fever continually rises and constant lethargic behavior, if there is an accompaniment of rash, headache, light sensitivity, confusion, or a stiff/painful neck, or if there is chronic pain (Parents). The last way to prevent resistance is to look for natural remedies. Natural remedies should become a go to instead of the doctor’s office. When actively trying to prevent resistance it is always easier to prevent the illness, therefore work to strengthen the immune system before