Ways To Treat And Prevent Brucellosis

Antibiotics

Treatment for brucellosis typically includes antibiotics, which assist the compromised immune system in fighting and killing the invading bacteria. Because the infection can be complicated to treat, doctors generally will start those infected with brucellosis with a combination treatment to increase the likelihood the bacteria will be eradicated, and the immune system will rebound in the production of white blood cells. Patients must follow this course of treatment for at least six to eight weeks. It is critical for individuals with the infection not only take the full course as per their physician's guidelines but to take it as scheduled as well. Failure to do so can lead to the bacteria becoming resistant to the treatment, at which time stronger intervention methods may need to be used.

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Rest

Many of the symptoms related to brucellosis can leave patients with the infection feeling fatigued. It is important for individuals who have brucellosis to get adequate relaxation and limit normal activities, especially in the initial stages of the disease and when or if any symptoms should flare in the following weeks. As with other infections, brucellosis compromises the immune system. Adequate rest, along with the doctor's recommended treatment, and a healthy lifestyle will help the patient infected with brucellosis fight the infection and get better faster. Flare-ups of fever, pain, and fatigue are common during the six to eight weeks of treatment and are an indication additional rest is needed to help the body continue its fight.

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