CRE INFECTION

TYPES

CRE infection has different types, including:

Klebsiella pneumonia. This is linked to pneumonia in patients with diabetes mellitus or alcoholism. 

Escherichia coli (E. coli). It is a form of bacteria usually found in your intestines. It’s also discovered in the intestines of certain species.

SYMPTOMS

A CRE infection can cause a variety of symptoms, depending from person to person. Solely because of the type of bacteria that is causing the infection, the symptoms of this infection differ.

Moreover, the common symptoms of the infection include:

• Belly pain if you have a liver or spleen infection
• Stiff neck
• Pain or discomfort
• Fever
• Discomfort during urination if urinary tract infection occurs
• Shortness of breath
• Skin infection or skin swelling
• Reduced consciousness if you have meninges
• Fever, chills, and tiredness

DIAGNOSIS

Your doctor will question you about your medical history, as well as your current symptoms. 

Physicians will suggest some physical examination and laboratory tests. The tests will depend on the symptoms you have stated to your doctor. 

Blood culture test. This test is to determine whether there are bacteria in your blood. 

Sensitivity test. This test confirms the CRE infection. 

Chest X-ray. It allows doctors to check if there is a lung infection. 

Blood tests. This test allows the doctor to check if you have signs of infection or anemia. 

Urine test. It determines if there’s a urinary tract infection.

If these tests failed to determine the infections, your doctor might request another set of imagery tests. 

TREATMENT

The type and location of the infection determine the procedure and treatment. The procedure may include the following:

• Antibiotics
• IV
• Proper observation of vital signs
• Medicines to reduce fever
• Breathing support, if needed