: Activities that cause small breaks in the skin or mucous membranes, such as flossing or minor cuts.
Bacteria can enter the bloodstream through various "entry points" or underlying infections: bacteriaemia
These terms are related but have distinct clinical meanings: : Activities that cause small breaks in the
: Reusing or sharing needles for illicit drug use. Symptoms and Diagnosis bacteriaemia
Bacteremia, Suspected (Adult) - Infobutton | South County Health
: Surgeries, dental work, or the insertion of medical devices like urinary catheters or central venous lines.
