What kind of infection can you acquire in the hospital?

1. Surgical site infections (SSIs): These are infections that occur at the site of a surgical incision. They can be caused by bacteria that enter the body during surgery, or by bacteria that are already present on the skin. Symptoms of an SSI may include pain, swelling, redness, and drainage of pus from the incision.

2. Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs): These are infections that occur in the urinary tract of patients who have a urinary catheter inserted. CAUTIs can be caused by bacteria that enter the urinary tract through the catheter, or by bacteria that are already present in the urine. Symptoms of a CAUTI may include fever, chills, pain or burning during urination, and cloudy or foul-smelling urine.

3. Pneumonia: This is an infection of the lungs that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Pneumonia is a leading cause of death in hospitals, especially among patients who are already sick. Symptoms of pneumonia may include fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, and chest pain.

4. Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infections: These are infections that are caused by a bacterium called Clostridium difficile. C. diff infections are a common cause of diarrhea in hospitals and can lead to serious dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Symptoms of a C. diff infection may include diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite.

5. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections: These are infections that are caused by a type of bacteria that is resistant to many antibiotics, including methicillin. MRSA infections are a growing problem in hospitals and can be difficult to treat. Symptoms of a MRSA infection may include skin infections, pneumonia, and bloodstream infections.