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What is the term for the release of bacterial toxins into the blood?
What is the term for the release of bacterial toxins into the blood?
Toxemia
What is the difference between exotoxins and endotoxins?
What is the difference between exotoxins and endotoxins?
Exotoxins are released from living microorganisms, while endotoxins are released from Gram-negative bacteria
Why do Gram-negative bacteria more often produce severe septicemia?
Why do Gram-negative bacteria more often produce severe septicemia?
Due to the release of endotoxin as the bacteria die, which activates various defensive reactions by the body
What is the importance of prompt diagnosis and administration of antimicrobial drugs in treating septicemia?
What is the importance of prompt diagnosis and administration of antimicrobial drugs in treating septicemia?
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Why is prevention of septicemia particularly important in individuals with compromised immune systems?
Why is prevention of septicemia particularly important in individuals with compromised immune systems?
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What are the common signs and symptoms of endocarditis?
What are the common signs and symptoms of endocarditis?
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What is the most common cause of endocarditis?
What is the most common cause of endocarditis?
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What is the primary mode of transmission for Tularemia?
What is the primary mode of transmission for Tularemia?
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What is the primary treatment for Brucellosis?
What is the primary treatment for Brucellosis?
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What is the primary way to diagnose Tularemia?
What is the primary way to diagnose Tularemia?
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