Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa is a type of bacteria, which causes diseases in humans, plants and
animals as well. This microorganism is much of medical significance. This is
because, this bacteria is a multidrug resistant pathogen. Also, known as the
MDR pathogen. It is known for its property of resistance towards antibiotics.
it is also related to a lot of diseases as well. These are the various sepsis syndromes,
ventilator associated pneumonia and other infections. These bacteria are
largely found in the water, plants and soil. Generally, healthy people are not
affected with this micro organism. It is the individual, who is already
hospitalized due to some reason is prone to the infection caused by pseudomonas
aeruginosa. This is because, the patient already suffering has a weak immune
system. Thus, this infection is also known as the opportunistic infection.
The pseudomonas
infection is generally characterized by the following symptoms. The infection
may occur at any part of the body. And, the symptoms generally depend on the
part of the body, which is infected. And, the infection can be extremely fatal
for some patients. Some specific symptoms are infections; occurring in blood,
ears, eyes, lungs and some other parts of the body. These infections may be
aggressive in nature, if it affects the skin or the lungs.
Infection In Blood
The infection
occurred due to the bacteria in blood is known as the bacteremia. This
situation often leads to hemodynamic shock, which results in low blood
pressure. It also gives rise to several organ failure like liver, kidneys and
heart.
IT IS SEVERE AND IS
CHARACTERIZED BY THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS:
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Chills
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Fever
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Muscular pain
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Joint pain
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Fatigue
Infection In Skin
The bacteria
causing the infection in the skin is known as the folliculitis. This is
because, the affected region is the hair follicles. This situation is
characterized by formation of abscesses in the skin, redness, draining wounds
and some more.
Infection In Lungs
When the bacteria,
pseudomonas infects the lungs, it is known as pneumonia. It is symptomized by
fever, cough and difficulty to breathe and frequent chills.
Infection In Ear
Pseudomonas
infection affecting the external ear canal is known as the swimmer's ear. It is
characterized by ear pain, inflammation, itching in the ear, difficulty in
hearing and discharge from ear.
Infection In Eye
Another part of the
body, which is affected by this bacteria is the eye. The symptoms are pus
formation, inflammation, pain, redness and impaired vision as well.
Beside these parts,
the bacteria, pseudomonas aeruginosa may cause infection in other body parts as
well. These are brain, liver, sinuses and bones. However, the infection of
these parts is not so common till now.
Factors Increasing The Risk
Of Pseudomonas Infection
HERE ARE SOME CONDITIONS,
WHICH INCREASE THE RISK OF THE INFECTION. THESE ARE:-
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Exposure to chemo therapy in cancer patients
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Burns
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Cystic fibrosis
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Presence of foreign bodies like catheter, mechanical vibrator and others
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Patients going through surgeries
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AIDS or HIV infection
How To Prevent The
Pseudomonas Infection?
The infection can
be prevented by maintaining proper hygiene. Washing hands properly. Maintaining
cleanliness and becoming a bit conscious about the infection can help you drive
away the complication to a huge extent.
Ayurvedic Concept Of
Pseudomonas Infection
The bacterial
infections in Ayurveda has been described as Krimi Rog, which can affect
externally as well as internally.
The ancient system
of medicine, Ayurveda tries to provide treatment to this complication by
maintaining a proper balance between the aggravated tridoshas with the various
naturally occurring herbs. These herbs are the best medicines for the treatment
of this bacterial infection.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa Care Pack
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