Antibiotics, also known as antibacterials, are types of medications that destroy or slow down the growth of bacteria.
The Greek word anti means "against", and the Greek word bios means "life" (bacteria are life forms).
Antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria. Bacteria are microscopic organisms, some of which may cause illness.
i had a water infection which has now cleared up with a course of antibioctics but the doctor had sent a letter to go back and discuss the results what could this be