As you found out, antibiotics are not one size fits all. It can be dangerous, even lethal, by delaying appropriate treatment if the wrong antibiotic is selected. Indiscriminate use of antibiotics also increases bacterial resistance, making it harder to treat infections. The specific antibiotic used should be selected based on the specifi…
As you found out, antibiotics are not one size fits all. It can be dangerous, even lethal, by delaying appropriate treatment if the wrong antibiotic is selected. Indiscriminate use of antibiotics also increases bacterial resistance, making it harder to treat infections. The specific antibiotic used should be selected based on the specific sensitivity of the bacteria causing the infection. Some antibiotics are broad spectrum, meaning they can be effective for a variety of bacterial infections. Best to seek the advice of a trusted healthcare professional.
Mycoplasma does not have a cell wall so betalactam antibiotics don't work. You need a macrolide like azithromycin. I had no idea that I had mycoplasma and a typical "medical professional" is not going to test for it. I think this doctor got lucky. I found out later that he prescribes "Z-packs" for anyone with a respiratory condition. I guess that's pretty useful. Convention is that you start with amoxicillin.
It is much better in developing countries where you can take care of the illness yourself. Also, ahole doctors are trained not to give antibiotics, which is stupid and indeed deadly. So people are advised to stock up on azithro when they are in Mexico, Turkey, wherever. Actually, in Turkey they have become a bit restrictive. But they often relent in developing countries after some discussion even when there is a policy.
As you found out, antibiotics are not one size fits all. It can be dangerous, even lethal, by delaying appropriate treatment if the wrong antibiotic is selected. Indiscriminate use of antibiotics also increases bacterial resistance, making it harder to treat infections. The specific antibiotic used should be selected based on the specific sensitivity of the bacteria causing the infection. Some antibiotics are broad spectrum, meaning they can be effective for a variety of bacterial infections. Best to seek the advice of a trusted healthcare professional.
Mycoplasma does not have a cell wall so betalactam antibiotics don't work. You need a macrolide like azithromycin. I had no idea that I had mycoplasma and a typical "medical professional" is not going to test for it. I think this doctor got lucky. I found out later that he prescribes "Z-packs" for anyone with a respiratory condition. I guess that's pretty useful. Convention is that you start with amoxicillin.
It is much better in developing countries where you can take care of the illness yourself. Also, ahole doctors are trained not to give antibiotics, which is stupid and indeed deadly. So people are advised to stock up on azithro when they are in Mexico, Turkey, wherever. Actually, in Turkey they have become a bit restrictive. But they often relent in developing countries after some discussion even when there is a policy.