Condition
Community-Acquired Infections
General Healthcare
Overview
Any infection acquired in the community, that is, contrasted with those acquired in a health care facility (CROSS INFECTION). An infection would be classified as community-acquired if the patient had not recently been in a health care facility or been in contact with someone who had been recently in a health care facility.
This information is general and should not be treated as medical advice. Always speak directly with a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about treatment, diagnosis, procedures, medicines or care.
Quick facts about Community-Acquired Infections
- Topic type
- Condition
- Category
- General Healthcare
- MeSH classification
- C01.234
Preparing for an appointment about Community-Acquired Infections
If you are speaking with a healthcare professional about Community-Acquired Infections, it can help to prepare a few details in advance.
- Write down your symptoms and when they started.
- Bring details of any medicines, supplements or previous treatments.
- Ask what tests or assessments may be needed.
- Ask what treatment or management options may be suitable.
- Ask when you should seek urgent medical help or follow-up care.
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Source: Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), produced by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. EuroCareFinder is not endorsed by the National Library of Medicine. MeSH version: 2026.