AMR occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites change over time and no longer respond to medicines making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness and death. What is the full form of AMR?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4)- Antimicrobial Resistance
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) refers to the ability of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites to evolve and adapt, making the medications used to treat infections less effective or even ineffective. This phenomenon occurs when these microorganisms undergo genetic changes that allow them to survive exposure to the drugs designed to kill them or inhibit their growth.
AMR can affect bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. The most commonly discussed aspect is antibiotic resistance in bacteria.