Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a natural phenomenon occurring when microorganisms – such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites – become resistant to the antimicrobial medicines designed to fight them. In other words, these medicines become less and less effective or totally ineffective in treating the infections caused by these resistant microorganisms. That’s why AMR is...
What are antifungal medicines? And what does antifungal resistance mean? Is it somehow related to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)? At first glance, these topics may seem difficult to understand. But do not worry, in this blog we will try to shed light on them.As always, let’s begin with basic concepts. What are antimicrobials? They are medications...
Can diagnostic tests help to identify Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)? Yes, of course they can! In this short blog we will learn what diagnostic tests are, and their valuable role in the management of infections, especially of those ones caused by Antimicrobial Resistant germs.Let’s start from the basics. Diagnostic tests can detect the presence or absence of...
What is Pseudomonas aeruginosa and how does AMR play a role?Author: Arnav Padhi Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a bacterium, which is mainly found in hospital environments, causing infections in the bloodstream, urinary tract, lungs, surgical wounds and burns. It is commonly seen in those nursed in intensive care units requiring mechanical help with their breathing. This bacteria...
