The effect of antibiotics on the bacteria in your gut can contribute to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). A 2023 study found that prior antibiotic use was associated with an increased risk of IBS.

and facilitate targeted antibiotic therapy.” Mahmoud sees many advantages of adopting syndromic qPCR testing. “This technology promises quicker initiation of treatment, shorter hospital stays ...

Toxic shock syndrome (also called “TSS”) is a rare ... This is the most common way doctors treat TSS. Antibiotics will help stop the bacteria from growing in your system.

we could solve the issues that are bothering our patient much faster and avoid unnecessary use of antifungals and antibiotics.” Vieira-Baptista sees a particular need for syndromic qPCR testing ...

A new study on Lyme disease sheds light on the persistence of symptoms; another new study points to an antibiotic that may be ...