Many acute diseases may go away on their own, or can be treated with a simple course of antibiotics or other prescription medications. There are some acute diseases, however, that come on suddenly and produce life-threatening symptoms.

 

What are the most common acute illnesses?

• Pneumonia.
• Croup.
• Bronchitis.
• Typhoid.
• Strep throat.
• Respiratory tract infection.
• Burns.
• Viral or bacterial infection.

Contact your primary Care Doctor with any concerns.