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This is a very large medical reference request. “Medicine” also depends on age, pregnancy, allergies, kidney/liver function, severity, and local antibiotic resistance, so a single drug list would be unsafe. I can organize it by body system and give causes plus usual first-line treatment categories.A complete list of all diseases, bacteria, viruses, and medicines would be many volumes. Also, antibiotics or antivirals should not be chosen from a list without a diagnosis, because the wrong medicine can cause harm and antibiotic resistance.

Main sections

  1. Respiratory infections
    Common cold, influenza, COVID-19, pneumonia, tuberculosis, sore throat, sinusitis
    Pathogens: influenza virus, SARS-CoV-2, RSV, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Mycobacterium tuberculosis
  2. Gastrointestinal infections
    Diarrhea, food poisoning, cholera, typhoid, dysentery, hepatitis
    Pathogens: norovirus, rotavirus, hepatitis A/B/C viruses, Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, Vibrio cholerae, pathogenic E. coli
  3. Urinary and sexually transmitted infections
    UTI, gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia, genital herpes, HIV
    Pathogens: E. coli, Klebsiella, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Treponema pallidum, Chlamydia trachomatis, HSV, HIV
  4. Skin and wound infections
    Cellulitis, abscess, impetigo, fungal infections, chickenpox, shingles
    Pathogens: Staphylococcus aureus, including MRSA, Streptococcus pyogenes, varicella-zoster virus, dermatophyte fungi
  5. Childhood infections and vaccine-preventable diseases
    Measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, diphtheria, polio, meningitis
    Pathogens: measles virus, mumps virus, rubella virus, Bordetella pertussis, Corynebacterium diphtheriae, poliovirus, Haemophilus influenzae type b, meningococcus
  6. Serious systemic and vector-borne infections
    Malaria, dengue, sepsis, meningitis, rabies, leptospirosis
    Causes include dengue virus, rabies virus, Neisseria meningitidis, Leptospira, and malaria parasites. These need urgent professional care.

Important medicine rule

  • Antibiotics only treat bacterial infections, not colds, flu, dengue, COVID-19, or most sore throats.
  • Antivirals are used only for certain viral illnesses, such as influenza, herpes, HIV, hepatitis B/C, and sometimes COVID-19.
  • Treatment depends on the infection site, lab tests, severity, local resistance patterns, and the individual patient.
  • Seek urgent care for breathing difficulty, confusion, stiff neck, severe dehydration, seizures, severe rash, chest pain, or fever in a young infant.
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CDC clinical care bacterial infections antibiotics outpatient guidance adult common infections

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Common bacterial diseases and usual treatments

This is an educational table, not a prescription guide. Antibiotic choice and duration depend on age, allergy, pregnancy, kidney function, severity, test results, and local antibiotic resistance. A clinician should confirm the diagnosis before treatment whenever possible.
Disease / infectionCommon bacterial cause(s)Typical featuresUsual treatment approach
Strep throatStreptococcus pyogenes (group A strep)Sore throat, fever, swollen tender neck glands, tonsil exudate, usually no coughTest with rapid strep test or culture. If confirmed: penicillin or amoxicillin are usual first-line options.
Acute bacterial sinusitisStreptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalisFacial pain/pressure, purulent nasal discharge, symptoms persisting over 10 days or worsening after initial improvementMany cases need observation only. When bacterial infection is likely: amoxicillin-clavulanate is commonly first-line.
Community-acquired pneumoniaS. pneumoniae, H. influenzae, atypical bacteria such as Mycoplasma pneumoniaeFever, cough, shortness of breath, chest painRequires clinical assessment, often chest imaging. Antibiotic selection varies by illness severity and medical history. Outpatient options may include amoxicillin, doxycycline, or other clinician-selected therapy.
Acute bronchitisUsually viral, not bacterialCough, often after a coldAntibiotics are usually not indicated. Assess for pneumonia or pertussis if concerning symptoms occur.
Whooping cough (pertussis)Bordetella pertussisSevere repeated coughing spells, vomiting after cough, "whoop" may occurEarly treatment with a macrolide antibiotic, such as azithromycin, plus prevention treatment for close contacts when indicated. Vaccination is the main prevention.
Uncomplicated bladder infection (cystitis)Usually Escherichia coliBurning urination, frequency, urgency, lower abdominal discomfortIn healthy non-pregnant adult women, common first-line options are nitrofurantoin, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole where resistance is low, or fosfomycin. Pregnancy, fever, male sex, or flank pain needs separate assessment.
Kidney infection (pyelonephritis)Usually E. coliFever, chills, flank/back pain, nausea, urinary symptomsUrine culture and prompt clinician treatment. Oral or intravenous antibiotics are chosen based on severity and resistance. May require hospital care.
CellulitisStreptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureusRed, hot, painful, expanding swollen skinOral antibiotics directed at streptococci and staphylococci. If pus/abscess is present, drainage is often necessary. MRSA risk can change antibiotic selection.
ImpetigoS. aureus, S. pyogenesHoney-colored crusted sores, often on face or limbsLimited disease: topical mupirocin may be used. Extensive illness: clinician-prescribed oral antibiotic.
Skin abscess / boilOften S. aureus, including MRSATender pus-filled lumpIncision and drainage is often the key treatment. Antibiotics are added in selected cases, such as severe infection, fever, or high-risk patients.
Bacterial conjunctivitisS. pneumoniae, H. influenzae, S. aureusRed eye with pus-like discharge and eyelid stickingHygiene and assessment for red flags. Some cases resolve without antibiotics; topical antibiotic drops or ointment may shorten symptoms in selected cases.
Acute middle-ear infectionS. pneumoniae, H. influenzae, M. catarrhalisEar pain, fever, reduced hearing, often after upper respiratory infectionPain control is important. Observation is appropriate in some mild cases. Amoxicillin is commonly first-line when antibiotics are required.
Traveler’s diarrhea / bacterial gastroenteritisEnterotoxigenic E. coli, Shigella, Campylobacter, SalmonellaDiarrhea, cramps, nausea, sometimes feverOral rehydration is the main treatment. Antibiotics are reserved for severe disease, dysentery, high fever, or selected travelers. Avoid anti-diarrheal medicines if bloody stool or high fever unless medically advised.
CholeraVibrio choleraeProfuse watery diarrhea and rapid dehydrationImmediate oral or IV rehydration is life-saving. Antibiotics may reduce duration and stool volume but do not replace fluids.
Typhoid feverSalmonella Typhi or S. ParatyphiPersistent fever, headache, abdominal symptoms, sometimes diarrhea or constipationBlood/stool cultures where possible. Antibiotic choice must follow local resistance patterns and clinician guidance.
GonorrheaNeisseria gonorrhoeaeGenital discharge, painful urination, pelvic/testicular pain, or no symptomsTest all suspected cases. Standard treatment uses ceftriaxone given by a healthcare professional. Treat sexual partners and test for other STIs.
ChlamydiaChlamydia trachomatisOften asymptomatic; discharge, painful urination, pelvic painConfirm with NAAT testing. Doxycycline is commonly used for non-pregnant adults; pregnancy needs a different regimen. Partners require evaluation and treatment.
SyphilisTreponema pallidumPainless genital sore, later rash or systemic symptomsStage-specific testing and treatment. Penicillin G is the standard treatment, especially in pregnancy. Follow-up blood tests are necessary.
TuberculosisMycobacterium tuberculosisCough lasting weeks, fever, night sweats, weight loss, sometimes coughing bloodRequires testing and a multi-drug regimen for months, supervised by a TB program. Never self-treat with a single antibiotic.
Bacterial meningitisN. meningitidis, S. pneumoniae, H. influenzae type bFever, severe headache, neck stiffness, confusion, rash, vomitingMedical emergency. Immediate hospital assessment, IV antibiotics, and sometimes dexamethasone. Do not delay care.

Key safety points

  • A cold, influenza, COVID-19, and most sore throats are viral, so antibiotics do not help.
  • Do not use leftover antibiotics, share antibiotics, or stop a prescribed course early without medical advice.
  • A culture, rapid test, urine test, chest X-ray, or STI test may be needed before choosing treatment.
  • Seek urgent medical care for breathing difficulty, confusion, stiff neck, a purple rash, severe dehydration, severe abdominal pain, coughing blood, or rapidly spreading painful skin redness.
The CDC outpatient antibiotic guidance supports penicillin/amoxicillin for confirmed strep throat, amoxicillin-clavulanate for likely bacterial sinusitis, and nitrofurantoin, TMP-SMX where resistance is low, or fosfomycin for uncomplicated cystitis in appropriate adult patients.
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