Is it a good idea to prescribe an antibiotic?
May 25, 2009
Overuse of antibiotics is common in this country. When is it a good idea to take an antibiotic?
When used to treat serious bacterial infections, antibiotics can be lifesavers; for a simple sore throat or ear infection, the risks may outweigh potential benefits. The upside of treatment with antibiotics is small since in the majority of [...]
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