What diseases do not require antibiotics?

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The article was professionally consulted by Doctor Tran Thi Phuong Thuy - Hepatobiliary specialist, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Antibiotics are drugs used to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, treat infections caused by bacteria, have no effect on other microorganisms such as viruses, ..so if we Abuse and misuse will weaken this germicidal weapon.
1. What diseases are caused by viruses?
Colds, flu; Most cases of pharyngitis and bronchitis (85-95%) are caused by viruses. Antibiotics are not effective in these cases.
2. What diseases are caused by bacteria?
Strep throat is a bacterial disease that accounts for 20-30% of sore throats in children and 5-15% of sore throats in adults. This disease needs to be treated with antibiotics according to the doctor's prescription to ensure safety and effectiveness and not cause antibiotic resistance.

So the answer to the minigame ''Quiz with prizes'' on February 26, held at Vinmec's official fanpage, is Answer C (Streptococcal pharyngitis requires antibiotics)

List 03 Winner:
1. Customer Ha Bobo
Receives canned milk
2. Customer surnamed Tran
Receives 01 Personal Blood Glucose Meter
3. Customer Nguyen Thi Trong
Receives 01 Voucher for free medical examination and 30 discount % of scanning and testing services at Vinmec International General Hospital System (excluding chemicals & consumables) have a shelf life of 3 months.

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