What is the difference between bacterial infection and yeast infection?

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I have bacterial infection could I use monostat 3 for that?
A bacterial infection is caused by a bacteria and needs antibiotics. A yeast infection is caused by an overgrowth of yeast and you use an anti fungal such as monostat for that. They are not the same thing. If you have been diagnosed with a bacterial infection a doctor would have had to do that so where is your prescription. If you are self diagnosing, bad idea.  (+ info)

Can an ear infection eat a hole through your skull and expose your brain?

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I have an acquaintance who is telling her elderly mother that her ear infection has created a hole in her skull exposing her brain. The mother is scared her daughter might die.

I don't believe this is possible. Nor do I believe that if it were possible that an ER doctor would just send her home with antibiotics.
It's not true and it's not funny for her to say this to the elderly mother. That's cruel.  (+ info)

How long after herpes infection will I start to feel symptoms?

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One day of just being careless and not that futurespective, I negligently refused to recognize the bump on my face as a fever blister. I wiped my eye, picked my nose. Whatever. Now I'm super scared about having an extra case of eye herpes and nose herpes. How long after initial infection do the symptoms (minor flu, bloodshot eyes, etc) start to show themselves? Keep in mind I'm not talking about a herpes outbreak, but the subtle symptoms that indicate you have herpes.
Symptoms of herpes usually develop within 2 to 20 days after contact with the virus, although it could take longer. These symptoms may last up to several weeks, varying from one person to the next. In many people, the first infection is so mild that it goes unnoticed. It is possible that a person becomes aware of the “first episode” years after the infection is acquired. In others, the first attack causes visible sores. Even so, subsequent recurrences of the disease may cause lesions.  (+ info)

What is the difference between a Staph infection versus infection?

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Is there even a difference? Would an infection possibly raise your Blood Pressure?
Staph infections are a type of infection for starters. It can be on your skin, in your nose, in your organs, and/or in your blood.

Some viruses and bacteria can cause an elevated blood pressure through toxins, others will cause your pressure to tank.

you body also responds to pathogens in various ways... some times raising pressure, sometimes lowering it...  (+ info)

How prevalent is yeast infection and what is it?

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I would like to know what yeast infection is, whether it is the same thing as candidas. Also what percentage of women develop it.
A yeast infection is a imbalance in the good bacteria in the vagina. Yeast infections can appear on other parts of the body, like under breasts, in the fold of arms, under arms, or anywhere that skin touches skin and the bacteria gets out of balance. It is the same type infection as candida. I think all women develop yeast at some time in their life. Women can pass this infection to their male partners which are mostly asymptomatic but can transfer it back to her.

hope this helps..  (+ info)

Can an abscessed tooth infection go into your ear?

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I have an abscessed tooth, it's something I've been treating at home with different home remedies. I don't have insurance and can't afford to go to a dentist. I found a small bump behind my ear the other day. It's somewhat squishy and painful to the touch. Could this be the infection growing, or another problem all together?
I am in the US, and in Florida, if that matters at all.
A tooth abscess or root abscess is pus enclosed in the tissues of the jaw bone at the tip of an infected tooth. Usually the abscess originates from a bacterial infection that has accumulated in the soft pulp of the tooth.

There are three types of dental abscess. A gingival abscess that involves only the gum tissue, without affecting either the tooth or the periodontal ligament. A periapical abscess starts in the dental pulp. A periodontal abscess begins in the supporting bone and tissue structures of the teeth.

Common symptoms of an acute tooth abscess is a toothache or a persistent, throbbing pain at the site of the infection.[1] Putting pressure or warmth on the tooth may induce extreme pain. There may be a swelling present at the base of the tooth on the gum.

A chronic abscess may be painless but still have a swelling present on the gum. It is important to get anything that presents like this checked by a dental professional as it may become acute later.

In some cases, a tooth abscess may perforate bone and start draining into the surrounding tissues creating local facial swelling. In some cases, the lymph glands in the neck will become swollen and tender in response to the infection. It may even feel like a migraine as the pain can transfer from the infected area. The pain does not normally transfer across the face, only upwards or downwards as the nerves that serve each side of the face are separate.

In the short term, the topical application of oil of cloves to the infected area is well-documented as an effective remedy.[2]

Successful treatment of a dental abscess centers on the reduction and elimination of the offending organisms. If the tooth can be restored, root canal therapy can be performed. Nonrestorable teeth must be extracted, followed by curettage of all apical soft tissue.

Unless they are symptomatic, teeth treated with root canal therapy should be evaluated at 1- and 2-years intervals to rule out possible lesional enlargement and to ensure appropriate healing.

Abscesses may fail to heal for several reasons:

Cyst formation




Inadequate root canal therapy

Vertical root fractures

Foreign material in the lesion

Associated periodontal disease

Penetration of the maxillary sinus
Following conventional, adequate root canal therapy, abscesses that do not heal or enlarge are often treated with surgery and filling the root tips; and will require a biopsy to evaluate the diagnosis.[1]





If I were you, I would go to the dentist for that.

Good luck!

(:  (+ info)

What are the symptons of a bladder infection?

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I have this feeling that I have to use the bathroom but I can't seem to go. My mom thinks that it's a bladder infection, but I really don't know. Can you tell me what you feel before a bladder infection?
You can always try taking some Cranberry and Acidophilus. They're available at all health foods stores, Walmart, GNC, etc. If it's just a UTI and not a bladder or kidney infection, then those supplements help. Also, stay away from sugar, sodas, liquor/beer, yeasts, etc until the UTI is gone.


Urinary Tract Infection Symptoms
Lower urinary tract infection (cystitis): The lining of the urethra and bladder becomes inflamed and irritated.

•Dysuria - Pain or burning during urination
•Frequency - More frequent urination (or waking up at night to urinate)
•Urgency - The sensation of not being able to hold urine
•Hesitancy - The sensation of not being able to urinate easily or completely (or feeling that you have to urinate but only a few drops of urine come out)
•Cloudy, bad smelling, or bloody urine
•Lower abdominal pain
•Mild fever (less than 101°F), chills, and "just not feeling well" (malaise)
Upper urinary tract infection (pyelonephritis): Symptoms develop rapidly and may or may not include the symptoms for a lower urinary tract infection.

•Fairly high fever (higher than 101°F)
•Shaking chills
•Nausea
•Vomiting
•Flank pain - Pain in your back or side, usually on only one side at about waist level  (+ info)

How do I treat an ingrown toenail infection without going to the doctor?

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I had an ingrown toenail, and I finally got rid of it. But it's left a little bit of an infection. I've seen some pictures of these infections, and it's not that bad compared to them. I just want to know how I can get rid of it without going to the doctor.
You could try soaking your foot in a bath of warm water, maybe with some Epsom salts mixed in. That might draw out the infection. Be sure to dry your feel thoroughly afterwards and put on clean socks, or go barefoot as much as you can around the house.  (+ info)

What is the difference between a bladder infection and a urinary tract infection?

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I have had both both but I never really understood the difference. A bladder infection obviously affects your bladder opposed to your urinary tract and the UTI affects the urinary tract. How do the symptoms differ? Are they both treated the same way? Thanks
The symptoms of both are about the same, with the exception of pain / discomfort in the pelvic area (for bladder infection) and the kind of urine you pass (cloudy / strong smelling for cystitis and bacteria in the urine for a UTI.

Bladder infection (cystitis) symptoms

■A strong, persistent urge to urinate
■A burning sensation when urinating
■Passing frequent, small amounts of urine
■Blood in the urine (hematuria)
■Passing cloudy or strong-smelling urine
■Discomfort in the pelvic area
■A feeling of pressure in the lower abdomen
■Low-grade fever

UTI symptoms
■A strong, persistent urge to urinate
■A burning sensation when urinating
■Passing frequent, small amounts of urine
■Blood in the urine (hematuria) or cloudy, strong-smelling urine
■Bacteria in the urine (bacteriuria)  (+ info)

What are the chances of getting an infection with an iud?

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I have heard quite a few stories lately about infections and iuds, what are the odds of this? I meanhas it happened alot? If i were to get an infection how would i know?
The IUD itself doesn't increase your risk of acquiring an infection, contrary to popular belief. The insertion does increase your risk for a short period of time, but if you've got an experienced doctor, this isn't a problem. IUDs are the most popular form of reversible birth control worldwide, they're really not as scary as most people seem to think. If you DO get an STI, then having an IUD in place can make it more serious; that's why they didn't like giving them to people who weren't in a monogamous relationship for the longest time. It's not a requirement anymore; if you're going to sleep around, then use condoms for protection from infections, and you'll be fine. You'd know if you got an infection by the same means that you'd find out you had one if you didn't have an IUD.  (+ info)

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