Infectious Disease Specialist Info
Infectious Disease Specialist Summary:
An Infectious Disease Specialist is a doctor of internal medicine and is trained in the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. As an Infectious Disease Specialist, they must have expertise in a wide array of infections, including those caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. Infectious Disease Specialists provide care to patients with infections of the sinuses, heart, brain, lungs, urinary tract, bowel, bones and pelvic organs. An Infectious Disease Specialist may also specialize in treating patients with infections due to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the cause of AIDS. Individuals often see an Infectious Disease Specialist when traveling to countries where there is an increased risk of disease or infection, to determine if any immunizations or safety precautions are necessary. Infectious Disease Specialists can provide special insight into tests that will be helpful in diagnosing and understanding an infection and preventing recurring infections.
Infectious Disease Specialist FAQs:
What is an Infectious Disease Specialist
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An Infectious Disease Specialist researches difficult medical cases to identify the problem.
When would I need an Infectious Disease Specialist?
If you are referred by your doctor because you are not responding to a treatment or if you are traveling to a foreign country where you will be at risk of disease you could visit an Infectious Disease Specialist..
How do I find an Infectious Disease Specialist in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate an Infectious Disease Specialist in your state. Select Infectious Disease Specialist from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate an Infectious Disease Specialist in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need an Infectious Disease Specialist in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of Infectious Disease Specialists in your city and state.
Infectious Disease Specialist Related Terms:
infectious disease specialist, traveling, vaccination, illness, HIV, AIDS, bacteria, virus, fungi, infection
