introduction to infections

Question 1

What are the stages of an infectious disease?

Answer 1

Acquisition, colonisation, penetration, spread, damage, resolution.

Question 2

What is the difference between endogenous and exogenous infections?

Answer 2

Endogenous infections originate from within the body, while exogenous infections come from outside sources.

Question 3

What are biofilms and why are they clinically significant?

Answer 3

Biofilms are bacterial communities with protective layers that are harder to treat and more resistant to antibiotics.

Question 4

What is chemotherapy in the context of infection?

Answer 4

Use of chemical agents to destroy infectious organisms without harming the host.