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What are antimicrobials and how do they affect microorganisms?
What are antimicrobials and how do they affect microorganisms?
Antimicrobials are drugs that affect the growth of microorganisms. They help the immune system control infections.
In which cases is antimicrobial therapy not necessary?
In which cases is antimicrobial therapy not necessary?
In most mild and moderate infections, a significant portion of patients would recover without antimicrobial therapy.
What can happen in certain infections without the use of antimicrobials?
What can happen in certain infections without the use of antimicrobials?
In some infections, the mortality rate can be up to 100% without antimicrobials. Examples include infective endocarditis and severe sepsis.
What is the importance of antimicrobials in modern medicine?
What is the importance of antimicrobials in modern medicine?
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What are the risks associated with the misuse of antimicrobials?
What are the risks associated with the misuse of antimicrobials?
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