Overview
Diagnosis of Listeria Infection
Often, healthcare professionals perform a blood test to determine if you have a listeria infection. In more severe cases, samples of spinal fluid may also need to be tested. If you are pregnant, the amniotic fluid that surrounds the baby during pregnancy might be tested as well.
Treatment Options for Listeria Infection
Treatment for listeria infection varies depending on the severity of the symptoms.
Observation for mild cases
Most people with mild symptoms recover on their own and do not require specific treatment.
Antibiotics for serious infections
More severe infections are treated with antibiotics, which are medicines designed to clear infections caused by bacteria.
Treatment during pregnancy
During pregnancy, prompt antibiotic treatment is important as it may help prevent the infection from reaching and affecting the baby.
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