Enterococcus Infections
Enterococcus infections are caused by bacteria in the Enterococcus genus, most commonly Enterococcus faecalis and Enterococcus faecium. These bacteria are found in the human gastrointestinal tract and in other environmental sources. Enterococcus infections can cause a wide variety of illnesses, including urinary tract infections, endocarditis, meningitis, and surgical site infections. They are also resistant to a number of antibiotics, making them difficult to treat. As such, it is important to properly diagnose and treat Enterococcus infections as soon as possible to improve the chances of successful treatment.
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