Articles related to "Klebsiella"

Klebsiella bacteria in gut biofilms produce hydrogen gas that powers the electron transport chains of stomach Helicobacter implicated in gastric ulcers and cancer.

Infections in neonatal intensive care units prompt studies to determine the relationship between the length of fingernails and potential pathogens carried on them.

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs typically caused by a bacteria, virus, or inhaled substances. Here is a look at some gram-negative bacterial causes.

MacConkeys Agar is a special bacterial growth medium that is selective for Gram- bacteria and can differentiate those bacteria that are able to ferment lactose.

ESBL-type bacteria have joined the growing number of antibiotic resistant pathogens that cause hospital-acquired infections.

Threatened New Zealand sea lion species is losing habitat and food sources while disease and entanglement in the squid fishery add to the losses.

Researchers, in conjunction with a major shoe corporation, recently identified a myriad of dangerous and health-threatening germs carried unknowingly on your shoe.

Urinary tract infections can be mild or serious with symptoms that depend on the portion of the urinary tract involved.

Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus feasts on disease causing gram negative bacteria, making them potentially useful as 'living antibiotics'.

As many as two million men in the U.S. alone visit doctors each year for chronic prostatitis, a broad term for the inflammation or infection of the prostate.

Cell phones have become fixtures in the hands of many Americans. While they help us to stay in touch, they may expose us to unseen microbial threats.

The leaves of the neem tree have powerful anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. Research has verified neem's potency, and support its potential for combating flu.

The type of wound and whether the animal is known, wild, or a stray affects what care is needed and when the help is sought, whether immediately or days later.

Handwashing is an important hygienic practice for interdiction of flu and other infectious diseases in all aspects of daily life. What evidence supports good handwashing?

Human Parvovirus B19 has been linked to a number of different autoimmune diseases, including vasculitis and connective tissue disorders.

The aim of this article is to identify why urine sampling is done, what can be tested for and the relevance of the test results.

Resolve to make easy changes in diet that can improve your health in the New Year. Eat to avoid allergies, autoimmunity, inflammation and degenerative diseases.