1.8 Changing Pathogens Flashcards
1
Q
What do mutations in a pathogen do?
A
They produce new strains and some may be resistant to antibiotics
2
Q
Why should antibiotics not be used for mild infections?
A
So we can slow down the development of a new resistant strain
3
Q
What’s the MRSA superbug?
A
It is a bacteria that has evolved and become resistant to normal antibiotics