An acute infection can be bacterial, viral, or fungal. It is when a microorganism gets into a host body and triggers the body’s immune system to fight off its potential harm. There are symptoms associated with this fight as well as ways to prevent getting infections. RMS Consultations in Southfield, MI, understands that you want to feel your best all the time. Contact us with any questions or to get a consultation to put you on the path to health.

Prevention of an Acute Infection

As there are several different types of infections, there’s no single method that can prevent all of them. However, there are some general steps to lowering your risk.

Clean everything thoroughly—surfaces, hands, doorknobs, cell phones—and everything that you touch throughout the day should be cleaned with anti-bacterial agents.

Keep your immune system boosted—whether through yearly vaccinations, vitamins, exercise, and/or a healthy diet, keeping your immune system boosted can help fight and keep your resistance to infections up.

Don’t share too much; keeping your own razors, glasses, utensils, toothbrushes, etc. can help you lower your risk of getting an infection. By sharing some of these items, you’re risking cross-contamination with someone who may have an infection.

Acute Infection Symptoms

Viral symptoms include a runny nose, an upset stomach, muscle aches, general malaise, and other symptoms that show a target of the respiratory system.

Bacterial symptoms can include swelling, redness, fever, pain, and potentially swollen glands.

Fungal infections typically show up as skin irritations and rashes, but this can also be a symptom of bacterial and viral infections at times as well.

Treatment of Acute Infections

Treating infections depends on the type of infection. Some may need antibiotics, while others may need pain medication, antifungals, fever reducers, and other medications or home remedies that reduce or stop symptoms. An acute infection may progress into a serious condition that may require fluids and hospitalization to fight off advancing symptoms. Most acute infections tend to resolve within a week with rest and proper treatment. Always have your primary care physician look at your symptoms.

RMS Consultations in Southfield, MI, wants to keep you feeling your best. Contact us with any questions or to get a consultation to put you on the path to health. Call (248) 663-5353 today