Q: Which doctor should I consult for bacteremia?
A: One should consult a family physician who will prescribe the required medications and take the necessary blood swabs for blood culture tests.
Q: Is bacteremia life-threatening?
A: Yes. Bacteremia can be life-threatening if not treated appropriately.
Q: What kind of technique is used to detect methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?
A: The laboratory amplification technique of PCR (polymerase-chain reaction) may be used to detect MRSA.
Q: What is the relevance of red blood cell width in bacteremia patients?
A: Red blood cell width predicts mortality in bacteremia patients.