Articles related to Infectious Diseases

Zevtera® (ceftobiprole medocaril) provides a significant advancement in treating serious bacterial infections, demonstrating high efficacy against both MRSA and MSSA in recent phase 3 clinical trials.

This “From the Editor” in the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine offers a nuanced view of corticosteroid therapy, highlighting the balance between their significant therapeutic benefits and the risk of adverse effects in long-term use.

MySTIRisk’s AI-driven analysis offers a nuanced approach to identifying patients at heightened risk for STIs, providing a crucial tool in optimizing healthcare strategies and interventions in sexual health clinics.

In the battle against recurrent herpes simplex virus infections, chronic suppressive therapy emerges as a pivotal strategy, diminishing both the physical burden of outbreaks and the psychological weight of potential transmission.

In a striking case of syphilitic pharyngitis, a patient’s rare oropharyngeal symptoms prompt a deeper dive into differential diagnoses, emphasizing the critical role of serology and biopsy in confirming syphilis, a common infection with uncommon presentations.

This study underscores the importance of a nuanced approach when considering the RZV vaccine for patients with a history of ocular shingles, as it may increase the risk of recurrence. It calls for a balanced assessment of the vaccine’s benefits against potential risks in this specific patient population.