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Why is antibiotic resistance problematic​

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I think it is problematic due to the microbe resisting affects of the medication that was once successful in treatment. It is also problematic because it can be more difficult to treat because it requires alternative medications or higher doses of antimicrobials which can be more expensive and more toxic.

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Antibiotic resistance is problematic due to its effects on society. The bacteria can spread and infect humans and animals. This can often be more difficult to treat because of the non-resistant bacteria.
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