In this video, Dr. Neha Mishra, Infectious Disease Consultant at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, explains the growing concern of antimicrobial and antibiotic resistance. She highlights a common misconception—antibiotics are not a “quick fix.” They cannot speed up recovery or eliminate fever unless a bacterial infection is present. Dr. Neha Mishra emphasizes that antibiotics have no role in treating viral illnesses like the common cold or flu. Irrational or careless use today can make these me