Side Effects of Antibiotics
Besides the antibiotic resistance that is primarily result of excessive and improper use of antibiotics that is causing great concerns in the developed countries one of the negative sites of antibiotics are potential side effects which are relatively common. However, despite resistance of the majority of bacteria and concerns over potential side effects antibiotic treatment is still the only effective treatment of some bacterial diseases.
Like the majority of prescribed drugs antibiotics may also result unwanted side effects which greatly vary from the type of antibiotic and from individual to individual. It is commonly known that each person is unique and reacts differently to different treatments, while potential side effects also greatly depend from the type of used antibiotic although side effects are possible in use of any antibiotic. Most common side effect of antibiotics is disruption of normal balance between microorganisms of gut flora and vaginal flora or destruction of beneficial bacteria what results diarrhea or insufficient absorption of nutrients by the digestive tract, and in women vaginal yeast infection. Potential side effects of antibiotics and also allergic reactions such as rashes, urticaria and anaphylaxis (an acute systemic allergy which can be even fatal), while antibiotics can also damage some internal organs such as livers and kidneys as well as weaken the immune system and making one more vulnerable for pneumococcal infection that is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.
To minimize the risk of potential side effects and antibiotic resistance is recommendable to consult with a professional medical practitioner and most important of all not to insist on prescription of antibiotic unless a doctor believes it is necessary. Sore throat does not necessary imply on infection, while antibiotic treatment will not have any effect on disease that is not caused by bacteria. Besides that minor infections can be also effectively treated with natural antibiotics and herbal remedies which rarely cause any side effects although it is very important to be very careful also with natural remedies.