The time for bacterial infection to heal itself is generally related to the severity of the disease, if it is only a mild infection, generally 1 week can heal itself, moderate to severe infections generally can not heal itself, and need to be actively treated.
1. Mild infections: If the patient’s physical condition is relatively good, only mild infections, such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis and upper respiratory tract infections caused by fever, usually after more rest, drink more water and light diet regulation, about 5-7 days can be self-healing.
2. Moderate to severe infections: if the diagnosis belongs to bacterial infection, generally can not be self-cured, need to actively accept antibiotics, such as amoxicillin, cefuroxime and other medications; especially if the body temperature exceeds 38.5 ℃, need to actively take antipyretic medications, such as acetaminophen and other treatments.
3. Other conditions: if the patient suffers from underlying diseases, and at the same time, the individual’s physical condition is poor, once infected with bacteria, it is necessary to timely treatment to avoid delaying the condition.
Therefore, if bacterial infection exists, it is recommended to go to the hospital for treatment as early as possible.