Question 1

what are the most common infections caused by staph aureus?

Accepted Answer

Abscesses: Mrsa tends to cause boîls and abcesses. Often patients will come in complaining of a spider bite when in reality it is a MRSA infection.

Question 2

i get staph infections very regularly. since they are very common for me is it possible for them to cause more problems internally?

Accepted Answer

Skin Staph infection: Staph can potentially cause internal infections as well. Recurrent staph infections likely means that you are colonized with staph. Staph lives in certain areas of the body without causing infection then periodically comes out and causes folliculitis or abscesses. More common in people with diabetes. To reduce colonization, areas must be treated with Mupirocin cream.

Question 3

is it common to get a vagial staph infection after uti?

Accepted Answer

No: This would be very unusual. If there were a foreign body like a tampon, in the vagina then it's possible.

Question 4

is it common to have red itchy skin after a staph infection has resolved?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As long as it continues to fade away, the irritation of the infection may take some time to clear. If worsening occurs (without you scratching or bumping the area) you should recheck in with your practitioner.

Question 5

are recurring non-mrsa staph infections common? if so, should they eventually happen less frequently? used bactroban for nasal colones, but it continues to recur.

Accepted Answer

Trouble with Staph: This bacterium is particularly hardy and may be persisting in your environment-if indeed you've tried a regimen to 'eradicate' it from your body. It may be worth throwing out old razors, personal hygiene items, etc or at least try to sterilize them in a dishwasher. Towels, used linens etc will need a 'hot wash' to disinfect. Then, consider personal contacts in the family for possible re-infection.

Question 6

what are some common ways for a baby/toddler to develop staph infection on their bottom and genital region?

Accepted Answer

Staph infection baby: the bacteria lives on our skin and waits for a chance to grow such as a break in the skin as in a diaper rash

Question 7

a year ago, i was treated for a klebsiella sinus infection, now i've been diagnosed with a frontal sinus staph infection. is this common/normal?

Accepted Answer

No: This is quite unusual.  Either there is something amiss with your immune system, you have had chronic problems with your sinuses, have been treated with too many antibiotics, or have some other unusual problem.  Sinus infections, when bacterial, are commonly due to the normal flora of the nasopharynx (pneumococci, strep, hemophilus, and so on).

Question 8

my boyfriend has been in a county detention center for a little over a month and i've heard that staph infections are common there. he has had multiple boils on his armpit, some have drained but more keep appearing in different sizes. he says it hurts to

Accepted Answer

Serious problem: He has to get medical help ASAP. He is at high risk to himself and any close contacts for significant illness if not treated appropriately now. He should make contact with someone in charge at the Center and if not successful he or a family member should contact an attorney to intervene especially if what you say is true that staph infections are common at the Center.

Question 9

is it common to have a soar throat and fever with staph infections?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Staphylococcus can cause a pharyngitis.  "Staph" can cause infections in other locations, such as skin and blood stream.
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Question 10

how do i know exactly what is a staph infection and how does someone get it?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial infection: A staph infection is a bacterial infection caused by one of several species of staphylococcus bacteria. The bacteria are everywhere and don't always cause an infection. However, when a person is infection, he/she requires antibiotic treatment.

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What are the most common infections caused by staph aureus?

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I get staph infections very regularly. since they are very common for me is it possible for them to cause more problems internally?

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Is it common to get a vagial staph infection after uti?

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Is it common to have red itchy skin after a staph infection has resolved?

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Are recurring non-mrsa staph infections common? if so, should they eventually happen less frequently? used bactroban for nasal colones, but it continues to recur.

A member asked:

What are some common ways for a baby/toddler to develop staph infection on their bottom and genital region?

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A year ago, i was treated for a klebsiella sinus infection, now i've been diagnosed with a frontal sinus staph infection. is this common/normal?

A member asked:

My boyfriend has been in a county detention center for a little over a month and i've heard that staph infections are common there. he has had multiple boils on his armpit, some have drained but more keep appearing in different sizes. he says it hurts to

A member asked:

Is it common to have a soar throat and fever with staph infections?

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How do i know exactly what is a staph infection and how does someone get it?

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