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Proteus Bacteria: Characteristics and Diagnosis by Sreelakshmi is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Proteus are Gram-negative, motile bacteria that can cause opportunistic infections. They are commonly found in the environment and human GI tract. Key characteristics include swarming growth patterns on agar plates and production of urease which allows survival in the urinary tract. Proteus infections mainly involve the urinary tract but can also cause wound infections and sepsis. Treatment involves antibiotics like ampicillin, cephalosporins, amikacin, and ciprofloxacin, though resistance can be an issue.
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- Sreelakshmi
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- EN