Carl Lauter
Infectious Disease Specialist | Infectious Disease
3535 W 13 Mile Rd Suite 305 Royal Oak MI, 48073Rating
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About
Dr. Carl Lauter is an infectious disease specialist practicing in Royal Oak, MI. Dr. Lauter specializes in infections that are difficult to diagnose or unresponsive to treatments, such as HIV or airborne infections from a foreign country. Infectious disease specialists usually work with conditions that are not treatable by a primary physician but it is important to keep contact with the primary physician in order to receive information about the patients history and for deciding which diagnostic tests are appropriate.
Education and Training
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1965
Wayne State University School of Medicine 1965
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Infectious Disease
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Carl Lauter Other's Expert Contributions
Can you get the COVID vaccine with heart arrhythmia?
Yes. People with heart disease benefit greatly from the COVID vaccine in less severe COVID symptoms, lower need for hospital admissions and lower mortality. The myocarditis which can RARELY occur after the mRNA vaccines is more common in young male> female adults without any known heart disease, is not well understood but is very mild and usually resolves on its own after a few days of rest and anti- inflammatory medications. Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
Related to chickenpox?
What you describe sounds like zoster or "shingles". If that is the correct condition, yes, the same virus causes both conditions. Shingles is a local flare up of a prior infection with the varicella zoster virus which causes chickenpox. READ MORE
Mold exposure?
Mostly allergy symptoms in allergic people. The musty odor bothers some but is not harmful. In immune-suppressed people, serious infections may occur. Mold exposure is overrated as a cause of unexplained symptoms and should not be a first option diagnosis until after a very thorough medical evaluation. This is now a big business and to lawyers and the construction industry, "mold is gold". Beware! READ MORE
Osteomyelitis in foot?
You absolutely need another opinion from an orthopedic dr ( not a podiatrist) and another ID doctor, preferably in a major referral teaching center ASAP. READ MORE
Post exposure prophylaxisis med?
Keep taking the medications in the correct dose and confirm with your personal physician. Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
I'm living with someone who tested positive for the virus?
This is not as uncommon as it may sound but most contact people will be infected, it may take a few more days. Many can be infected without any symptoms so still quarantine yourself for at least 5-7 days and do at least 2 rapid home tests w NEG results 2-3 days apart before resuming social activities. People without symptoms can spread the virus. Avoid contact with the elderly and people with weak immune systems eg cancer pts on chemotherapy etc. Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
Can COVID infection cause kidney damage 2 months after?
Most kidney damage occurs during the active stages of severe COVID-19. The early signs or symptoms may be subtle, and they may not be discovered until 1-2 months later. READ MORE
How long does it take to clear a kidney infection?
Depends on many factors eg man v woman, complicated by stones or obstruction, etc, type of bacteria or rarely yeast, choice of antimicrobial agent, route of antimicrobial delivery eg IV v oral and overall health status of patient eg if diabetic, problems with absorption of oral medications such after gastric bypass surgery and many other issues. Sorry, no simple answer to this question. READ MORE
Does this look like a staph infection?
No one can make that diagnosis from a photo only. It looks very serious. Get to a hospital ER ASAP. Do not go to Urgent care for this- he could have a " flesh-eating strep" READ MORE
How can I prevent getting infected with COVID 19?
Vaccines per guidelines do not eat in bars or restaurants indoors and avoid big crowds. Wear masks indoors. In short, follow common sense self-protection guides. READ MORE
Spider bite?
If the red area around the "hole" is not spreading or does not hurt, just keep the area clean e.g. soap and water, and covered with a dressing/band-aid and be patient. If there is pain, fever, pus, or spreading redness go to the doctor or urgent care. Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
I got a tattoo 2 days ago?
I agree it might also be an infection introduced during the procedure. If your own Dr cannot see you today in person (no phone or virtual diagnosis), go to the nearest hospital ER. Do not go to an Urgent Care center. Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
Is high blood pressure after the COVID vaccine normal?
I am not familiar with high blood pressure being a specific complication after COVID-19- but cardiac complications are well described after COVID-19. High blood pressure can follow any stressful event or illness. READ MORE
When can I get the COVID after heart stent surgery?
If you mean the COVID vaccine, I would wait one month so that your immune system has recovered from surgery. I hope that you are talking about a booster. If not, get vaccinated prior to the heart surgery. There is no good time/date to get the COVID -19 illness if you are a heart patient. Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
Muscle pain and stiffness after puncture wound?
See a doctor. READ MORE
Can a 3-year-old get a COVID vaccination?
No. READ MORE
Is there a way to prevent getting STDs?
Condom. Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
HIV blood work?
Anemia is not a known cause of false-positive tests for HIV. Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
I have what looks like a bite on my leg with fluid leaking from it?
Someone with experience needs to look at it. A picture is worth 1000 words. Can you take a cell phone photo and email it to a health professional? Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
Can a person's body fight off hepatitis c?
Several people can cure themselves naturally but many are not able to do this. Medical science can not reliably tell the lucky ones from those whose liver disease will persist and progress. Carl Lauter MD, MACP, FAAAAI, FIDSA Section Head, Section of Allergy and Immunology Member, Section of Infectious Diseases Professor, OUWB School of Medicine William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak 3535 West 13 Mile, Suite 605 Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Mobile 2488912451 Patient Office 2485510495 Fax 2485517268 Carl.lauter@beaumont.edu READ MORE
Awards
- 2011 Detroit Super Doctors
- Wayne State University School of Medicine 2007 Distinguished Alumnus
- 2010-2013 Hour Detroit Magazine's Top Docs
- American College of Physicians, Michigan Chapter 2001 Laureate Award
- Michigan Chapter of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America 2001 Lifetime Achievement Award
- 2013-2014 Best Doctors in America
- Beaumont Health System 2011 Teaching Award
Treatments
- Anaphylaxis, Bronchiectasis, Mastocytosis And More
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