Antibiotics
Antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria. Learn more about how antibiotics work, how to take them and antibiotic resistance.
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Bacterial infections
Bacterial infections can affect many parts of your body. Find out about bacterial infections, how they are treated and how to stop them spreading.
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Invasive staph infections
Invasive staphylococcus infections (golden staph) are less common than other staph infections but usually more serious. Learn about staph infections.
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Staph skin infection
Staph skin infections include cellulitis and impetigo. Find out how to prevent staph skin infections, how they're treated, and when to get help.
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What is the difference between bacterial and viral infections?
Bacterial and viral infections can have similar symptoms but are treated differently. Find out more about bacterial and viral infections.
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Doxycycline
Doxycycline is an antibiotic medicine. Read what doxycycline is used for, how it works, its risks and what to do if you miss a dose.
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Acne treatments
There are many effective treatments available for acne, including creams for your skin and oral medicines. Learn about the different options.
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Staph infections
Staphylococcus bacteria cause many different types if infection. Learn about different kinds of staph infection, and how to prevent and treat them.
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Helicobacter pylori
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a common bacterium that can live in the stomach lining causing inflammation and sometimes ulcers (sores) and stomach cancer.
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Impetigo
Impetigo, or school sores, is a highly contagious skin infection that causes sores and blisters. It's very common and mainly affects children.
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