Sore throat

Streptococcus pyogenes Streptococcus pyogenes, also known as impetigo, strep throat, etc., is a flesh eating bacteria, that if left untreated, can lead to very serious symptoms. This bacterium is responsible for a wide array of infections. It can cause a sore throat, that is caused by, fever, enlarged tonsils, and sensitive cervical lymph nodes. Scarlet fever, as well as impetigo, and pneumonia are also caused by this bacterium. The less common infections consist of septicaemia, mastitis,…

and 2 possible cases were reported in Hong Kong during the subsequent 7 months and ultimately resulted in a total of 18 cases with 6 deaths. The symptoms of an avian influenza are flu-like symptoms, such as cough, diarrhea, fever, muscle aches and sore…

can make it hard to breathe. Epiglottitis is an emergency. CAUSES This condition is usually caused by bacteria. The bacteria infect the nose and throat. The result is an upper respiratory tract infection. One type of bacteria that causes epiglottitis is called Haemophilus influenza type B (Hib). Other causes include: • Throat injury. • Throat burn, such as from drinking hot liquid. RISK FACTORS This condition is more likely to develop in:…

continued to get worse. Patient drank an energy drink around 7pm yesterday and again this morning to increase her energy but was unsuccessful. She took OTC Tylenol last night for other symptoms with no relief. She has been unable to eat because of sore throat and sitting upright makes symptoms worse. Patient has recently (3 days ago) been around an ill family member in the nursing home suspected of having possible bronchitis. She has since been around…

of time while they are sleeping. There are actually three different kinds of sleep apnea. They are obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, and complex sleep apnea syndrome. Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by the muscles in the back of the throat. These muscles relax and cause the airways to contract or close as a person breathes in. This doesn’t allow people to receive sufficient air. Central sleep apnea is caused by the brain’s failure to send signals to the muscles that control…

hospital. He felt an array of pokes, prods and procedures to test for every disease including cancer. One of the tests that were positive was “Strep”. He was sent to the ICU for 6 weeks. During that time, he lost his toes due to the infected foot. Strep throat can be treated with Cefazolin, Clindamycin, Gentamycin, Penicillin, and Metronidazole. Alternatively, the doctor can have a surgical procedure where they cut away the infected necrotic tissues from the skin. There are no practical…

Flu Virus The flu is a common viral infection that can be deadly. The flu attacks the lungs, nose, and throat. The ones that are at high risk are young children under 5, and especially those under 2. Adults older than 65. Pregnant women and up to 2 weeks postpartum. Residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. And those with chronic disease or weak immune systems are at high risk. Most flu outbreaks happen in late fall and winter. Symptoms may not start for a few days and you…

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sometimes it can lead to death. The Signs and symptoms include fever, chills, headache, drowsiness, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, sore throat, and lethargy (Robertson, 2016, Pg. 345). The doctors usually can diagnose if you have flu like symptoms including: difficulty breathing, vomiting and diarrhea, have a fever that is at least 100 degrees plus a cough or sore throat. The CDC says most of the time it’s just a mild illness and they do not need medical care or meds. However…

Swollen Glands Overview- The swollen gland or swollen lymph nodes are an enlargement of the lymph glands, in most cases due to local or diffuse inflammation. Groups of lymph nodes in the neck, around the collarbone, the armpit, groin. During a physical examination the doctor palpating these areas looking for any swelling. Lymph nodes are small bean-shaped curved masses of lymphatic tissue bounded by a capsule of connective tissue. Lymph glands are found in many places in the lymphatic system…