Finding the right balance The study found that P. aeruginosa adapts to the lung's mucus by relying on sugars and lactate, nutrients that are abundant in infected lungs. However, to survive on the ...

P. aeruginosa is commonly found in the environment, including in soil and freshwater. Reservoirs in hospital settings can include drains, taps, sinks and equipment washers.

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a master of survival. It thrives in soil and water—and in the human body, especially when the immune system is compromised.

Published May 08, 2025 at 8:24 AM EDT Updated May 08, 2025 at 4:37 PM EDT ...