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Contemporary Applications of Bacteriophages in Treating Infectious Diseases

Antonio Caruso

Bacteriophages, or phages, are viruses that specifically infect and kill bacteria. In the face of rising antibiotic resistance, there is a resurgence of interest in phage therapy as a contemporary approach to combat infectious diseases. This article explores the applications of bacteriophages in treating infectious diseases, emphasizing their targeted precision, personalized medicine potential, and effectiveness against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Phage therapy's ability to disrupt bacterial biofilms and its real-world success stories are also discussed. Challenges and future directions, including regulatory considerations and the need for a deeper understanding of phage biology, are highlighted. Bacteriophages offer a promising avenue for the treatment of infectious diseases, presenting an alternative to conventional antibiotics, especially in the era of antibiotic resistance.