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Can a virus cause a bacterial infection?

Bacteria are single cells that can survive on their own, inside or outside the body. Viruses cause infections by entering and multiplying inside the host's healthy cells. It can be difficult to know what causes an infection, because viral and bacterial infections can cause similar symptoms. Antibiotics won't work for viral infections.

What is the difference between bacterial and viral infections?

Common differences between bacterial and viral infections are the following: if due to influenza virus (“the flu”), symptoms respond well to antiviral medication (within the first 48 hours) What is a bacterial infection? Bacterial infection occurs when one or more bacteria have entered the body and begin to multiply.

What is an example of a viral infection?

Examples include herpes simplex virus or the varicella-zoster virus. Treatment for a viral infection focuses on treating symptoms until the immune system clears out the infection. Some viral infections can be treated with antiviral drugs, including herpes and hepatitis C.

Why is it difficult to know what causes a viral infection?

It can be difficult to know what causes an infection, because viral and bacterial infections can cause similar symptoms. Antibiotics won't work for viral infections. Misusing antibiotics to treat viral infections contributes to the problem of antibiotic resistance. Antibiotics won't cure viral infections. How are bacteria different from viruses?

What Is Bacterial And Viral Infections

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