Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Infection(ESBL)
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Sarah J. Kerr, BA DefinitionExtended spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) are enzymes made by bacteria. They make it harder for the usual medicines to care for infections. Without them, getting sick can lead to serious health problems or death.
CausesCertain bacteria cause the infections. Some people carry them without being sick, but can spread it to others. Risk FactorsThe most common place to have contact with these germs is from a hospital stay. The healthcare staff spread germs by touching people. The most common type is a urinary tract infection. Risk also comes from:
SymptomsSymptoms depend on the where the infection is. These may be:
DiagnosisThe doctor will ask about your symptoms and health history. You may have:
TreatmentOnly certain antibiotics can treat ESBL infections. PreventionTo lower the chances of infection, healthcare staff will make sure people:
You can lower your chances by:
RESOURCES:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases https://www.niaid.nih.gov CANADIAN RESOURCES:Alberta Health http://www.health.alberta.ca Public Health Agency of Canada https://www.canada.ca References:Antibiotic/antimicrobial resistance. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/drugresistance. Updated March 29, 2018. Accessed May 21, 2018. Dhillon RH, Clark J. ESBLs: a clear and present danger?
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