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What medical conditions predispose you to infection?

In addition, certain other medical conditions may predispose you to infection, including implanted medical devices, malnutrition and extremes of age, among others. Most infectious diseases have only minor complications. But some infections — such as pneumonia, AIDS and meningitis — can become life-threatening.

What causes repeated infections?

Aspiration (breathing contents from the mouth/esophagus/stomach into the lungs) is a relatively common cause of repeated infections. It is more common in people who have seizure disorders, other neurological conditions, or alcohol and/or drug abuse.

Are recurring infections a sign of an underlying medical condition?

However, frequently recurring infections can also be a sign of an underlying medical condition. Respiratory infections involve the upper respiratory tract, lower respiratory tract, or both. They can be caused by viruses, bacteria, and fungi and include the common cold, sinusitis, pneumonia, or bronchitis .

What Is Frequent Infections

1. https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/keep-getting-infections
2. https://www.self.com/story/recurrent-infections-immune-system
3. https://www.verywellhealth.com/recurrent-respiratory-infections-in-adults-4777146
4. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/bacterial-infections
5. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/approach-to-the-adult-with-recurrent-infections
6. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/infectious-diseases/symptoms-causes/syc-20351173

Frequent Infections Information

1. https://www.rch.org.au/kidsconnect/prereferral_guidelines/recurrent_infections_and_primary_immune_deficiency_pid/
2. https://www1.racgp.org.au/ajgp/2021/april/recurrent-utis-and-cystitis-symptoms-in-women