Knowing what’s causing the infection can go a long way in helping you with the right infectious diseases treatment. Some of the common treatment options are:
Antibiotics - These mostly work for bacterial infections. Certain antibiotics work especially well with certain classes of bacteria. However, overuse of antibiotics can make the bacteria resistant to the antibiotics.
Antivirals - Some antivirals have been discovered for certain viruses like HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B and C, and influenza
Antifungals - Some of the common antifungal medicines help treat skin and nail infections. In case of severe fungal infections and people with weakened immune systems, intravenous antifungal medications are the way out.
Antiparasitics - Some antiparasitics are developed like malaria, while some others don’t work since the parasites have developed an immunity.
Lifestyle changes - In cases of some infectious diseases such as cold, some home remedies work such as having plenty of fluids and getting lots of rest.
Alternative medicine - Some common illnesses can be fended off with some alternative medicine options such as cranberry, garlic, ginseng, Vitamin C and Vitamin D, and zinc.