Bacterial infections
Trusted information about bacterial infections from leading Australian health organisations, including links to content on gonorrhoea and leprosy.
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Differences between bacterial and viral infection
Bacterial and viral infections must be treated differently. Misusing antibiotics to treat viral infections leads to the problem of antibiotic resistance.
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What causes gastritis?
Gastritis can be caused by a number of things, such as certain anti-inflammatory drugs, bacterial infections and over-use of alcohol. Learn more from trusted sources.
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Scarlet fever
Scarlet fever is a bacterial infection which usually affects primary school-aged children. Learn more about its cause, symptoms, treatment and prevention options.
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Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that occurs to some humans and animals in humid conditions. The condition is treatable, but there are simple steps you can take to avoid getting leptospirosis.
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Neutropenia
Neutropenia is a condition in which there aren’t enough neutrophils which can lead to an increased risk of bacterial infections. Learn more about neutropenia.
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Whooping cough causes and diagnosis
Whooping cough (pertussis) is a highly contagious bacterial infection passed on through close personal contact, sneezing and coughing. Find out more about its diagnosis.
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Cefalexin
Cefalexin is used to treat bacterial infections in various parts of the body. This page explains what cefalexin is used for, how it works, its risks and other treatment options available in its place.
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Whooping cough treatments
Whooping cough (also known as 'pertussis') is a highly contagious bacterial infection of the lungs and airways that is most serious in babies under 12 months. Learn more about treatment options available.
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Whooping cough symptoms
Whooping cough (pertussis) is a highly contagious bacterial infection and develops in stages. Early symptoms of pertussis are often similar to those of a common cold. Find out more about early and paroxysmal symptoms of whooping cough.
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Bacterial vaginosis
Trusted information about bacterial vaginosis, including what causes it, symptoms, treatments and how to prevent bacterial vaginosis in the first place.
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