Possible Causes for life threatening infections Streptococcal Infection We report an instance of temporally related life-threatening group A streptococcal infection in a husband and 2 weeks later in his wife. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] A Streptococcus, the bacteria responsible for strep throat and life-threatening infections such as necrotizing fasciitis, or flesh-eating disease. [sciencedaily.com] Invasive GAS disease is a severe and sometimes life-threatening infection in which the bacteria have invaded parts of the body, such as the blood, deep muscle and fat tissue [health.ny.gov] Bloom Syndrome The phenotype differs somewhat from most cases recognized elsewhere, in that dolichocephaly is a less constant feature, the facial skin lesion is less prominent, and life‐threatening [onlinelibrary.wiley.com] Immunocompromise is caused by decreased levels of IgM and IgA and can result in life-threatening gastrointestinal and respiratory infections. [accessanesthesiology.mhmedical.com] Symptoms vary from mild to severe, and include life-threatening lung infections, digestion problems, diarrhea, poor growth and infertility. [integratedgenetics.com] Skin Infection For more serious, life-threatening infections, linezolid or parenteral agents such as vancomycin or daptomycin should be considered. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] How to Win the Infection Battle MRSA and Staph are serious and potentially life-threatening infections. [staph-infection-resources.com] The range of P. aeruginosa infections varies from localized infections of the skin to life-threatening systemic disease. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Ludwig's Angina If an infection can progress rapidly from a toothache to a life-threatening infection, then it is critical that dentists be able to recognize the danger signs and identify [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] We present the case of a 13-year-old girl who underwent a frenuloplasty to correct speech disturbances and subsequently developed a life-threatening infection of the floor [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] […] article reviews a case of a seemingly innocuous toothache which rapidly progressed to Ludwig's angina and mediastinitis, and discusses how to recognize and manage these life-threatening [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Agranulocytosis Symptoms may mimic viral infections, and potentially life-threatening pyogenic infections are not usually diagnosed initially. [academic.oup.com] (e.g., pneumonia), life threatening infections, septicemia and septic shock (in two-thirds of patients). [omicsonline.org] We found that the incidence of life-threatening infection related to antithyroid-drug-induced agranulocytosis was 0.23%. [academic.oup.com] Adenovirus Infection Adenoviruses are a common group of viruses that most often cause mild upper-respiratory infections, like the cold, but can cause life-threatening infections in already sick [youtube.com] Abstract In immunocompromised patients, human adenovirus (HAdV) infections can cause life-threatening multiorgan disease. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] This review summarizes the incidence and risk factors of invasive human adenovirus infections in immunocompromised patients as well as the recently developed standards for [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Bacterial Tracheitis As potentially life-threatening infections, viral croup and epiglottitis have been eclipsed by bacterial tracheitis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Although it is an uncommon disease in healthy children, pediatric patients with long-term tracheostomy tubes are at increased risk of life-threatening infection since these [digitalcommons.library.tmc.edu] E-mail: nigel.curtis@rch.org.au Abstract: Bacterial tracheitis is a rare, but potentially life-threatening infection, which predominately affects children. [content.iospress.com] Vibrio Infection Gregory Buck knows the potential danger posed by Vibrio vulnificus, the marine bacteria responsible so far this year for almost 30 cases of life-threatening infections in [chron.com] In people with underlying illnesses, Vibrio can cause raging life-threatening infections throughout the entire body. [infectioncontroltoday.com] […] bacteria that causes 15-30 life-threatening infections each year in the ... more Photo: Shannon Tompkins Wadefishing in coastal waters, hugely popular during summer, is one [chron.com] Staphylococcus Aureus The signs and symptoms of more severe and potentially life-threatening infections will vary by the type and stage of the infection. [tn.gov] More severe or potentially life-threatening MRSA infections occur most frequently among patients in healthcare settings. [floridahealth.gov] Staphylococcus aureus can cause multiple forms of infections ranging from superficial skin infections to food poisoning and life-threatening infections. [genome.jp] Febrile Neutropenia Bottom Line Fever in the setting of neutropaenia may be the only herald of a severe, potentially life-threatening infection. [dontforgetthebubbles.com] This action was deemed necessary due to the high frequency of life-threatening infections in febrile neutropenic patients, with no way to distinguish patients who are infected [cancernetwork.com] People with cancer receiving chemotherapy suffer from decreased production of neutrophils, which means that they are exposed to severe, life-threatening infections. [cochrane.org] Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Infants with severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) are at risk of developing severe life-threatening infections if they are inadvertently given attenuated live vaccines. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] threatening infections, often within the first year of life. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Pediatric patients with severe or nonsevere combined immunodeficiency have increased susceptibility to severe, life-threatening infections and, without hematopoietic stem [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Enterococcus E. faecalis can cause life-threatening infections in humans, especially in the nosocomial (hospital) environment. [bacteriainphotos.com] Because of the infections proximity to the brain, meningitis can quickly become life threatening. [whatarebacteria.com] Can cause life-threatening infections especially in a hospital setting (high levels of resistance). [globalrph.com] Septicemia Septicemia is a serious, life-threatening infection in the body's blood system. [alabamapublichealth.gov] CONCLUSION As septicemia is the life threatening infection, we should aware of simple infections which leads to serious infection. [slideshare.net] Also called sepsis, septicemia is a serious, life-threatening infection that gets worse very quickly. Blood poisoning; Bacteremia with sepsis Shapiro NI, Jones AE. [medlineplus.gov] Sepsis A sepsis survivor, Joe, recounts how he woke up after routine dental work to suddenly find himself in a hospital, fighting for survival from a life-threatening infection. [youtube.com] infections and sepsis. [leopoldina.org] It could be an adolescent or a 90-year-old with cancer receiving immunosuppressive therapies that make them more susceptible to a life-threatening infection such as sepsis [statnews.com] Necrotizing Fasciitis Necrotizing fasciitis is a severe, life-threatening infection. Serratia marcescens, a Gram-negative bacterium, is an extremely rare cause of necrotizing fasciitis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare, rapidly progressing and potentially life-threatening infection that infrequently occurs in the head and neck region. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a life-threatening infection of soft tissues spreading along the fasciae to the surrounding musculature, subcutaneous fat and overlying skin [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Staphylococcal Infection It is a rare but life-threatening infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus releasing a toxic substance. [yourgenome.org] These findings suggest that a mutation in the TLR2 gene may predispose individuals to life-threatening bacterial infections. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Many hospitalised patients are older and weaker making them more susceptible to developing an MRSA infection that could become life-threatening. [yourgenome.org] Chronic Granulomatous Disease AREAS OF AGREEMENT: CGD patients suffer not only from life-threatening infections, but also from excessive inflammatory reactions. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Current evidence supports the use of prophylactic antibacterial, antifungal, and immunomodulatory therapies designed to prevent serious or life-threatening infections in patients [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] threatening infections; mostly by catalase producing organisms. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Gas Gangrene Clostridial gas gangrene (myonecrosis) is a rapidly progressive, life-threatening infection. The occurrence of clostridial gas gangrene in the orbit is uncommon. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Clostridium myonecrosis or gas gangrene is a life-threatening infection characterized by either traumatic or atraumatic etiology. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Pediatric Chronic Granulomatous Disease […] development of any recurrent life-threatening infections or irreversible organ damage. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] […] inherited disease of the innate immune system that results from defects in 1 of the 5 subunits of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate oxidase complex and leads to life-threatening [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) is a genetically heterogeneous primary immunodeficiency that is characterized by recurrent and life-threatening infections resulting from [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Congenital Neutropenia We describe a newborn with an early life-threatening infection, severe neutropenia and bone marrow findings compatible with severe congenital neutropenia (SCN). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] […] congenital neutropenia (SCN) is a rare primary myelopoiesis disorder, characterized by reduced absolute neutrophil counts from birth, increased susceptibility to recurrent and life-threatening [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Children with SCN may have frequent fevers, thrush (yeast infections), skin boils or abscesses, and other life threatening infections. How is SCN diagnosed? [childrensmn.org] Pyelonephritis It is a rapidly progressive and life threatening infection with a high mortality rate. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Emphysematous pyelonephritis is a severe, life-threatening infection of the renal parenchyma and perinephric tissues. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] This condition is a potentially life-threatening infection that can result in scarring of the kidney. [news-medical.net] Primary Immune Deficiency Disorder Due to the lack of antibodies these patients have an increased susceptibility to life-threatening infections and chronic lung disease. [wikinvest.com] For some the first infection will be serious and life-threatening, and a definite red flag that there may be a problem with the immune system. [immunodeficiency.ca] The most serious form of T-cell disorder, severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID), presents in infants as an emergent condition with life-threatening infections. [aafp.org] Viral Lower Respiratory Infection Abstract Viral respiratory infections are usually mild and self-limiting; still they exceptionally result in life-threatening infections in previously healthy children. [pnas.org] However, in infants and young children, URT infections may spread downwards and cause more severe, sometimes life threatening infections. [virology.uct.ac.za] Complicated respiratory infections can become life-threatening if proper treatment is not provided. [rileychildrens.org] Cutaneous Candidiasis This can cause a serious, life-threatening infection. [webmd.com] Abstract Fungal infections following liver transplantation are not uncommon and may be life-threatening. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Superficial candidal infections of the bronchus, oesophagus and urinary tract are the most common mode of presentation. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Cervicitis PID can lead to infertility and peritonitis, a life-threatening infection. The organisms can also be passed to sexual partners who can develop serious complications. [hopkinsmedicine.org] PID can lead to infertility and peritonitis, a life-threatening infection. The organisms can also be passed to sexual partners who can have serious complications. [cedars-sinai.org] Umbilical Hernia If the blood supply is completely cut off, there is a risk of gangrene and life-threatening infections. Incarceration is rare in adults and even less common in children. [medicalnewstoday.com] Staphylococcus Aureus Infection BACKGROUND: Staphylococcus aureus can cause life-threatening infections. Human susceptibility to S. aureus infection may be influenced by host genetic variation. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Staphylococcus aureus can cause multiple forms of infections ranging from superficial skin infections to food poisoning and life-threatening infections. [kegg.jp] When MRSA develops in a healthcare setting, it can cause life-threatening infections of the bloodstream, pneumonia, and infections where a surgical incision is made. [my.clevelandclinic.org] Felty Syndrome It can develop into a serious and life-threatening infection. Unfortunately, there is not much known about the condition. [knowmedge.com] Although many patients with FS are asymptomatic, some develop serious and life-threatening infections secondary to granulocytopenia. [emedicine.medscape.com] Prognosis Although many individuals with FS are asymptomatic, others become symptomatic and may develop life-threatening infections. [emedicine.medscape.com] Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection Here, we estimated the potential impact of maternal vaccination against RSV on life-threatening RSV infection in infants. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] “RSV is respiratory pathogen that can cause life-threatening infections, especially in children, the elderly and the immunocompromised. [news.cision.com] Defining molecular mechanisms by which P. aeruginosa biofilms develop in the lung affords a better opportunity to target therapies to eliminate life-threatening infections [pnas.org] HIV-Associated Opportunistic Infections There are signs of life-threatening infections and unusual tumours. This stage is characterized by CD4 T-cell count below 200 cells/mm3. [news-medical.net] Although the relative efficacies of specific antimicrobial prophylaxis regimens in preventing the most common life- and sight-threatening opportunistic infectious complications [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] […] of AIDS [Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP), disseminated MAC infection, and cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis] are now well established, these relative efficacies were established [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
