Can you get rid of a bacterial infection without antibiotics?

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asked Oct 26, 2022 in Diseases Conditions by SpecialTed (1,600 points)
Can you get rid of a bacterial infection without antibiotics?

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answered Nov 27, 2022 by layla (86,900 points)
You can get rid of some bacterial infections without antibiotics.

Most bacterial infections that are not severe can get better without the use of antibiotics although in more severe cases such as sepsis and pneumonia you may require antibiotics to get rid of the bacterial infection.

The symptoms of a viral infection are headache, sore throat, cough, muscle ache and fever.

Most viral infections such as an upper respiratory infection can typically be detected by a runny nose, cough, low-grade fever, sore throat, and difficulty sleeping.

No antibiotics or anti-viral medications can hasten recovery from the cold.

And in addition to aches and pains, chills are another tell-tale sign that your body may be fighting off a virus.

In fact, chills are often one of the first symptoms that people notice when they're coming down with the flu.

A viral infection usually lasts only a week or two.

But when you're feeling rotten, this can seem like a long time!

Abdominal infections are most commonly caused by the contagious spreading of bacteria that comes from the gut, biliary tract, or genitourinary system.

Abdominal infections can also be caused by a ruptured ectopic pregnancy, a ruptured tubo-ovarian abscess from pelvic inflammatory disease, infectious pancreatitis, a perforated intestinal ulcer from diverticulitis or inflammatory bowel disease, a perforated stomach ulcer or a burst appendix.

The food that is good for a stomach infection are foods such as chicken and rice, chicken noodle soup, gelatin, Jello, bananas, toast, ramen noodles, crackers and clear broths.

When you have a stomach infection you should avoid foods such as dairy foods, alcohol, processed foods, fatty, spicy or highly seasoned foods.

Most stomach infections will get better and go away on their own with time although sometimes medical treatment may be needed.

The symptoms of small intestine problems include malnutrition, unintentional weight loss, diarrhea, bloating, nausea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain and an uncomfortable feeling of fullness after you eat.

Inflamed intestines usually heal within a few weeks to a few months.

However in some cases it may take 4 to 6 months for more severe inflamed intestines to heal.

Inflamed intestines usually take a few months to around 6 months to heal and be reduced although inflamed intestines is a lifelong condition that you will usually deal with.

You can usually feel inflamed intestines which usually causes diarrhea and sometimes bloody diarrhea as well as severe stomach pain and abdominal cramping.

Common signs of inflamed intestines are unintended weight loss, reduced appetite, bloody poop, bloody diarrhea, fatigue and abdominal pain and abdominal cramping.

You can tell if your intestines are inflamed through a blood test and stool test.

Also the signs and symptoms of inflamed intestines can tell you if your intestines are inflamed.

The signs and symptoms of inflamed intestines are unexplained weight loss, fever, having more frequent bowel movements or feeling the need to poop more, fatigue, bloody poop, diarrhea, loss of appetite and abdominal pain and cramps.

To know if you have inflammation in your gut a complete blood count test can be done as well as a stool test which looks for signs of intestinal inflammation.

The signs and symptoms of inflammation in your gut include.

Unexplained weight loss.
Blood in your poop.
Reduced appetite.
Abdominal cramping and pain.
Diarrhea and Fatigue.

Some ways to fix your gut health are to get plenty of exercise, eat healthy, get enough sleep, avoid too much sugar and sweeteners, eat prebiotic fiber, reduce stress, eat fermented foods and take probiotics.

Foods that cleanse the gut are.

Oatmeal.

Raspberries.

Spinach, Kale, Chard and other leafy greens.

Broccoli.

And Milk are all good for cleansing your gut.

Some ways to heal your gut are to consume probiotics.

Get plenty of sleep.

Lower your stress levels.

Stay hydrated.

Eat slowly.

Exercise daily.

And eat foods that help heal your gut and promote gut health which include.

Fermented Foods.
Fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, miso, and tempeh are gut-health superstars.
Wild Caught Seafood.
Bone Broth.
Coconut Products.
Apple Cider Vinegar.
Ginger.
Soups & Stews.

Some of the foods that are considered superfoods for your gut health are.

Fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products.
Fruits, vegetables, unsalted nuts and seeds, and whole grains.
Lean meats, poultry, seafood, beans and peas, soy products, and eggs.

While the signs your leaky gut is healing will depend on your initial symptoms, if you find your bowel movements have regulated, you no longer experience constant bouts of constipation and/or diarrhea, your skin is healthy and glowing and you feel full of energy—it's a good sign your leaky gut is repairing.

Signs and symptoms of poor gut health include.

Autoimmune problems, such as thyroid issues, rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes.
Digestive issues, such as irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn or bloating.
Sleep issues.
Skin rashes and allergies.
Sugar cravings.
Unexplained fatigue or sluggishness.

Other foods that clean the gut include.

Broccoli. There are so many different ways to add broccoli to your diet.
Dark, leafy greens. Eating dark, leafy greens like spinach, kale, and chard is a great way to cleanse your colon.
Milk. You can use milk for more than just your morning cereal.
Raspberries.
Oatmeal.

You can also cleanse your gut and colon by taking some colon cleanse supplements which help to cleanse the gut and colon and may prevent colon cancer and keep your gut and colon healthy.
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answered Jul 26, 2024 by Bookofken (3,540 points)
The strongest antibiotic for bacterial infection is Vancomycin 3.0 which is also one of the most potent antibiotics.

Vancomycin is used to treat infections caused by bacteria and it works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.

Vancomycin will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Vancomycin injection is also used to treat serious infections for which other medicines may not work.

You can get rid of a bacterial infection in your intestines by taking antibiotics, increasing your water and fluid intake, taking probiotics and replacing fluids and electrolytes in your body.

The most life threatening manifestations of intestinal infections are signs of dehydration, like excessive thirst or not passing enough urine, diarrhea that lasts longer than 2 days to 3 days, blood or mucus in your poop, severe abdominal pain and a high temperature or fever.

An infection in the intestines is serious and needs medical attention as it can lead to life threatening conditions if left untreated.

Some bacterial infections may go away without treatment but they can become more serious so you should see a doctor to find out what infection you have in the intestines and get treatment.

Intestinal infections are life threatening especially when left untreated.

When left untreated the intestinal infection can cause bacteria to spill from your colon and into the hollow space in the middle of your body which is called the abdominal cavity.

When the bacteria spills into your abdominal cavity it can become life threatening as it results in a condition and infection called peritonitis which is life threatening.

Serious intestinal infections such as C. difficle infections can very quickly become fatal if not promptly treated.

Death can occur with moderate to mild intestinal infections in rare cases.

The intestinal infection stops the normal movements of the intestines (peristalsis).

The body quickly becomes dehydrated, and important chemicals called electrolytes are dangerously disturbed.

It depends on the type of intestinal infection you have on whether or not it needs treatment but you should always seek medical attention to get checked out to be sure.

Many  cases of gastrointestinal illnesses will get better without medical treatment or intervention.

Most of the time, a person can help their immune system fight off the infection at home by getting plenty of rest and drinking lots of water.

More serious intestinal infections require medical treatment.

Common antibiotics used to treat gastrointestinal infection are penicillin, cephalosporin, antifolate / sulfa combinations, nitroimidazole, penem, glycopeptide, and monobactam antibiotics.

Symptoms of a bowel infection usually last just a day or two, but occasionally they may last up to 14 days.

Because the symptoms are similar, it's easy to confuse viral diarrhea with diarrhea caused by bacteria, such as Clostridioides difficile, salmonella and Escherichia coli, or parasites, such as giardia.

The symptoms of intestinal infections include diarrhea, bleeding, bloating, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and even features of complete abdominal obstruction.

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