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Group B strep
Find out about group B strep, a type of bacteria called streptococcal bacteria, and how it can affect you and your baby in pregnancy.
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Legionnaires' disease
Find out more about Legionnaires' disease, an uncommon but serious lung infection you can get from inhaling droplets of water containing bacteria that cause the infection.
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Stomach ulcer - Causes
Stomach ulcers are usually caused by H. pylori bacteria or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
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Endocarditis - Causes
If your heart valves are damaged, or if you have an artificial valve, it will be easier for bacteria to take root and trigger an infection.
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Brain abscess - Causes
Read about the causes of a brain abscess, including infections or severe head injuries leading to bacteria or fungi entering the brain tissue.
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Stomach ulcer - Diagnosis
Read about how stomach ulcers are diagnosed, including tests for H. pylori bacteria and a procedure to look inside your stomach called a gastroscopy.
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Botulism
Find out about botulism, a rare but life-threatening condition caused by toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria.
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MRSA
Find out about MRSA, which is a bacteria that usually lives harmlessly on the skin but can cause a serious infection if it gets inside the body.
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Probiotics
Probiotics are thought to help restore the natural balance of bacteria in your gut when it's been disrupted by an illness or treatment.
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Skin abscess
Find out about skin abscesses, including how they look and feel, what treatment you may need, and what causes them.