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Worldwide rapid dissemination of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is staggering, and the number of deaths associated with AMR is estimated to exceed that of deaths due to cancers in the near future unless the global response is mounted. There is no doubt that antimicrobial use itself is a direct cause of antimicrobial resistance, but it is still challenging to diagnose bacterial infections and use antimicrobials appropriately in current clinical settings. Our goal is to contribute to better diagnostics and treatment guidelines by revealing the interrelationships among pathogens, host immunity, and antimicrobial agents.

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