Infectious illnesses and immunology are key subspecialties in internal medicine, dealing with a range of viral, bacterial, and fungal infections. Internists are concerned with early detection, antimicrobial treatment, and infection control to avoid complications.
Vaccination and immunomodulatory treatment are part of preventive care and decrease infectious disease burden in susceptible populations. New infections and antibiotic resistance are continually posing challenges for which creative solutions must be found.
Collaboration with infectious diseases specialists assures entire management. Patient education, immune status monitoring, and implementation of evidence-based practices to enhance outcomes are also provided by internists.