Question 1

how do you get a staph infection?

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Staph infections.: Staphylococcus lives in our skin and nostrils. Any minor wound in the skin may cause it.Some pts are immunocompromised and present  frequent staph infections. Staph may travel through the blood or by continuity to other parts like bone, the heart valves.

Question 2

can you get a staph infection from having a massage?

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Yes: If the masseuse's hands were unclean, any oils or lotions were contaminated, the table was not cleaned properly, or the masseuse had a skin infection on his/her hands or arms, one could get a skin infection like staphylococcus.

Question 3

how do you get a staph infection in your kidney?

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Two ways: It can ascend up the ureter but often gets there through the bloodstream.

Question 4

can you get a staph infection on your penis?

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Yes: You can get a staph infection on any part of your skin, including the penis.

Question 5

can you get a staph infection from a popped pimple?

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Staph: Staph and other bacteria frequently take advantage of a disruption in skin integrity (a scratch , sore or puncture) and cause infection.

Question 6

can you get a staph infection from a blood transfusion?

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Infection and blood: Yes, there is risk for bacterial infection associated with blood product transfusion- especially with platelet transfusion as it is stored in a room temperature. However your risk to have staph infection coming from your own skin or upper respiratory tract is way way way more common than from blood product transfusion- which is almost always.

Question 7

can a person get a staph infection in the kidneys?

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Yes: Staph infection can result in a kidney function (pyelonephritis).  When this is the case, it is possible that the infection spread from the bloodstream to the kidney ("hematogenous spread") instead of the usual means of infection ("ascending", via bacteria entering the urethra).

Question 8

is it possible to get a staph infection at a gym?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Staphylococcus is a bacteria that is often found in gyms.  Make sure you clean the equipment before and after using it.  Most gyms now provide antibacterial wipes.

Question 9

is it possible to get a staph infection from a splinter?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any break in the skin can lead to a staph infection.

Question 10

do people ever get a staph infection on the skin of your breast?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Skin anywhere can get infected, .

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