This article will discuss Gram-positive Infection, its causes and tests. We will also discuss common questions related to Gram-positive Infection.
Gram-positive is the type of bacteria that holds the stain after dying. This is the type of method to identify the bacteria. Gram-positive retain the stain while Gram-negative bacteria do not retain the stain. Gram-positive bacteria have a thick cell wall that helps the bacteria to protect from antibiotics and other substances. Various types of infections are caused by gram-positive bacteria.
What is Gram-Positive Infection?
Infection caused by Gram-positive bacteria is called Gram-positive Infections. Gram-positive bacteria are characterized by having a thick cell wall which helps in protection from medications like antibiotics. Some common gram-positive infections are caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus (strep throat), and Enterococcus. These bacteria cause infections of the skin, blood, and lungs and toxic shock syndrome depending on the bacteria involved.
Different Gram-Positive Infection?
Here is the list of infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria. These infections include:
Gastrointestinal Infections
There are various diseases of gastrointestinal infections caused by gram-positive bacteria. These infections are associated with food poisoning leading to diarrhea, nausea or abdominal cramps. Different bacteria like Clostridium perfringens, bacillus cereus and Clostridium difficile are common.
Urinary Tract Infections
UTI infections are caused by gram-positive bacteria like Staphylococcus saprophyticus, Enterococcus faecalis, and Streptococcus agalactiae. There are various symptoms of UTI including dysuria, urinary frequency, urinary urgency etc.
Skin Infections
Infections of the skin like impetigo, This infection has the characteristic appearance of red sores or blisters that burst and create golden patches on the skin. This usually occurs on the face, arms, legs, feet armpits etc. The infection is caused by Staphylococcus aureus gram-positive bacteria.
Respiratory Infection
Various infections of the lungs or respiratory system are due to gram-positive bacteria. These infections include sinus, pneumonia and some serious respiratory diseases.
Meningitis
This condition is related to the infection of the meninges, the membrane that surrounds and protects the central nervous system. Various symptoms of meningitis include headache, fever, stiff neck etc. There are various types of gram-positive bacteria causing meningitis like streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus agalactiae, Listeria monocytogenes, staphylococcus aureus etc.
Other Infections Include:
- Strep throat
- MRSA (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus)
- Toxic Shock syndrome
- Rheumatic fever
- Flesh-eating disease
- Scarlet fever
Which Tests Are Used To Detect Gram-positive Infection?
There are various types of tests used to diagnose Gram-positive Infection. These tests include:
- Body Fluid for Gram Stain (Book Now)
- Gram Stain (Book Now)
- Gram Stain Bacteria Test (Book Now)
- Culture Aerobic Gram Stain (Book Now)
- Bronchial Secretion for Gram Stains (Book Now)
- Physical Examinations (Book Now)
Conclusion
Gram-positive is the type of bacteria that holds the stain after dying. This is the type of method to identify the bacteria. Gram-positive retain the stain while Gram-negative bacteria do not retain the stain. Infection caused by Gram-positive bacteria is called Gram-positive Infections. Gram-positive bacteria are characterized by having a thick cell wall which helps in protection from medications like antibiotics. Various infections caused by gram-positive bacteria include UTI, gastrointestinal infection, meningitis, strep throat, rheumatic fever etc.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Gram-positive Infection?
Infection caused by Gram-positive bacteria is called Gram-positive Infections. Gram-positive bacteria are characterized by having a thick cell wall which helps in protection from medications like antibiotics..
What are the various symptoms related to the Gram-positive abnormality?
Various symptoms related to Gram-positive infection include fever, cough, vomiting, nausea etc.
What is the cause of Gram-positive Infection?
Gram-positive infections are caused by gram-positive bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus agalactiae, Listeria monocytogenes, staphylococcus aureus etc.
Which tests are used for Gram-positive Infection Diagnosis?
Tests used to diagnose Gram-positive Infection include gram stain tests, blood fluid stain tests, cultural stain tests etc.
What is the ICD-10 code for Gram-positive Infection Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for unspecified Gram-positive Infection is A49.9.
How can Patients download Gram-positive Infection Test Reports Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download the Gram-positive Infection test report online.
Which Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi for the Gram-positive Infection Tests?
Ganesh Diagnostic centres for Gram-positive Infection tests are at Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri and Yamuna Vihar.
