Serratia marcescens
Description
Serratia marcescens is a species of Detrimental Serratia Bacteria.
Toxic Effects of Serratia marcescens
Excretory System
Serratia marcescens can cause Urinary Tract Infections.
Respiratory System
Serratia marcescens can cause Pneumonia (especially hospital-acquired Pneumonia).
Skin
Serratia marcescens can cause the infection of Wounds.
These Substances may Inhibit Serratia marcescens
Microorganisms
Lactobacillus acidophilus - DDS-1 strain may inhibit Serratia marcescens.
Polyphenols
Resveratrol may help to prevent Serratia marcescens-induced Pneumonia. [1]
These Foods/Herbs may Inhibit Serratia marcescens
Bee Foods
Honey (especially Manuka Honey) (applied topically) may inhibit Serratia marcescens (when Serratia marcescens infects Wounds). [2]
Herbs
Aloe vera may kill Serratia marcescens. [3]
Seeds
Grapefruit Seeds (extract) may kill Serratia marcescens.
Serratia marcescens and Antibiotic Resistance
Serratia marcescens is resistant to Amoxicillin.
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