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Antibiotics to prevent STIs – for or against?

There is ongoing scientific debate regarding how best to prevent, manage and reduce rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). A possible future option is STI prophylaxis – taking medications either prior to (pre-), or shortly after (post-), exposure to an STI in order to prevent infection. However, this raises concerns regarding the development of antibiotic… Read More »

Can u get a rash from antibiotics

In most cases, the allergic reaction is mild to moderate and can take the form of: a raised, itchy skin rash urticaria, or hives coughing wheezing tightness of the throat, which can cause breathing difficulties These mild to moderate allergic reactions can usually be successfully treated by taking antihistamines. Even a small amount of a… Read More »