What antibiotics treat Aeromonas?

Intravenous gentamicin or a fluoroquinolone such as ciprofloxacin is recommended for the treatment of serious Aeromonas infections. Trimethoprim and ciprofloxacin are good choices for oral therapy. Abrutyn, E. (1988).

How do you get Aeromonas infection?

Two major diseases associated with Aeromonas are gastroenteritis and wound infections, with or without bacteremia. Gastroenteritis typically occurs after the ingestion of contaminated water or food, whereas wound infections result from exposure to contaminated water. In its most severe form, Aeromonas spp.

How do you treat an infection in Aeromonas?

We typically use a single active agent for treatment. Guidelines from the Infectious Diseases Society of America suggest a combination of doxycycline plus either ciprofloxacin or ceftriaxone for treatment of necrotizing skin infections caused by Aeromonas spp [96].

Why are Aeromonas bacteria a public health concern?

Aeromonas species are ubiquitous bacteria in terrestrial and aquatic milieus. They are becoming renowned as enteric pathogens of serious public health concern as they acquire a number of virulence determinants that are linked with human diseases, such as gastroenteritis, soft-tissue, muscle infections, septicemia, and skin diseases.

What kind of infection can Aeromonas hydrophila cause?

Respiratory infection. Aeromonas species have also been associated with pneumonia after near-drowning events, especially in fresh water. Most commonly this has been reported with A. hydrophila, though the ability of clinical laboratories to correctly identify species of Aeromonas has been limited.

What kind of infection can Aeromonas veronii cause?

H. medicinalis used after surgery has led to Aeromonas infections, most commonly with A. veronii. This can present as a local cellulitis, though can progress to subcutaneous abscess and sepsis. Aeromonas species have also been associated with pneumonia after near-drowning events, especially in fresh water.

Where can I find Aeromonas bacteria in South Africa?

1Applied and Environmental Microbiology Research Group (AEMREG), Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, University of Fort Hare, Private Bag X1314, Alice 5700, South Africa Aeromonas species are ubiquitous bacteria in terrestrial and aquatic milieus.