No, antibiotics will not clear all infections in your body. They are specifically designed to target and kill bacteria, which are a type of microbe. However, there are other types of microbes that cause infections, such as viruses, fungi, and parasites.
Antibiotics are ineffective against these other types of microbes. For example, antibiotics won't cure the common cold, which is caused by a virus.
What infections can antibiotics treat?
Here are some examples of bacterial infections that antibiotics can treat:
- Strep throat
- Pneumonia
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Skin infections
What infections can't antibiotics treat?
Here are some examples of infections that antibiotics cannot treat:
- The common cold
- Flu
- Most ear infections
- Most sinus infections
If you have an infection, it's important to see a doctor to determine the cause and receive appropriate treatment.
