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Antibiotic Resistance Explained | Dr. Sudha Kudumbale | Manipal Hospital Whitefield

Not all fevers need antibiotics. Misuse creates superbugs. Dr. Sudha Sainath Kudumbale, Specialist – Internal Medicine at Manipal Hospital Whitefield, highlights the dangers of antibiotic resistance and how to prevent it as these superbugs make even simple infections harder to treat, leading to longer hospital stays, higher treatment costs, and increased health risks. WHO data from 2019 shows that nearly 50% of antibiotics used were unnecessary, underscoring the scale of the issue. Completing the full course and consulting a doctor if symptoms persist is key to ensuring effective treatment and avoiding resistance.

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