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 [...]

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