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Name two factors contributing to antibiotic resistance in microbes.
Name two factors contributing to antibiotic resistance in microbes.
Overuse and misuse of antibiotics, as well as the natural ability of microbes to adapt and evolve.
What are the four main mechanisms by which microbes develop antibiotic resistance?
What are the four main mechanisms by which microbes develop antibiotic resistance?
- Mutation of target sites
- Efflux pump systems
- Enzymatic inactivation of antibiotics
- Reduced permeability or increased production of protective barriers.
What are some therapeutic strategies to combat antibiotic resistance?
What are some therapeutic strategies to combat antibiotic resistance?
- Development of new antibiotics
- Combination therapy
- Antibiotic stewardship programs
- Enhanced infection control practices
What are some potential future prospects in the fight against antibiotic resistance?
What are some potential future prospects in the fight against antibiotic resistance?
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Name the authors of this review article.
Name the authors of this review article.
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