Encyclopedia: Normal Flora
The human flora is the microrganisms that constantly inhabit the human body. They include bacteria, fungi and archaea. Some of these organisms are known to perform tasks that are useful for the human host, while the majority have no beneficial or harmful effect. Those that are expected to be present, and that under normal circumstances do not cause disease, are termed normal flora,. Bacterial cells are much smaller than human...
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If strep is part of our normal flora how does it cause infection?
Streptococcus pyogenes is usually found in our throat, nose and mouth, so how can it...
Streptococcus pyogenes is usually found in our throat, nose and mouth, so how can it...
Most bacteria that live on and in our bodies are oppurtunistic. They will take "advantage" of change in our health. Breaks in skin and mucous membranes allow them to enter...
Asked by Princess0717 - 3 months ago
Is the normal flora of the upper respiratory tract harmful to the human host? Explain?...
Also, is it beneficial? Please explain!
Also, is it beneficial? Please explain!
Yes it is beneficial. Our normal flora is made up of millions and millions of bacteria that are not harmful to our body. They help protect us from harmful substances...
Asked by T-Man - 7 months ago
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