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[|Human|] I have a hernia that streched from about between my breast down thru my abdominal. I have pain in my chest. My doctor ran a blood test and said I have a bacterial infection. She prescribed medication and is setting up an appoint for a surgeon. She said if the medshelp then cancel the surgeon appoint. The meds she prescribed was $430.00. OUCH!!!!! anyhow, I am curious, how dangerous is the bacterial infection? is it contagious? whats the worse that can happen I guess is my question? Thanks.
[|AI|]  HiT hanks for posting on ChatDoctorA bacteria infection is not a differential diagnosis for a hernia. What I mean is the two are not alike. You may have a bacteria infection and hernia and the two will be treated separately. Saying you cancel appointment with surgeon is confusing. However, bacteria infections are to be taken serious as if not treated, it may result in sepsis which is more life-threatening. Not all bacteria infections are however contagious. If contagious, your Doctor would have told you and explained precautions to take not to infect others. I will suggest you take your Chat Doctor. Hope may answer will help you Best regards