Many physicians administer antibiotics to patients at the first sign of any disease symptoms. Why can this practice cause more problems for these patients, and for others not yet infected? *a. The antibiotic administered may kill viruses that had been keeping the bacteria in check.b. Antibiotics may cause other side effects in patients.c. Overuse of antibiotics can select for antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.d. Particular patients may be allergic to the antibiotic.e. Antibiotics may interfere with the ability to identify the bacteria present.

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