Question 1

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 2

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 3

is it possible to get a staph infection from a cat scratch?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Disruption of the skin surface by a scratch, cut, abrasion, etc. Opens the underlying tissue to invasion by bacteria. Staph is just one of the possible germs that can cause an infection. Simple cleaning with soap & water and disinfecting the area should prevent a problem.

Question 4

is it possible to get staph infection treatment over the counter?

Accepted Answer

No, with exceptions: Typically it is necessary to be treated with antibiotics if a staph infection occurs. However, exceptions include 1) a small abscess that can be easily and completely drained, and 2) an infection that is completely removed from the body such ad an amputation of an infected toe, with only healthy tissue remaining.

Question 5

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 6

is it possible to get ill from a staph infection?

Accepted Answer

Yes and some can be: Very serious and even life threatening.

Question 7

can you get a staph infection from having a massage?

Accepted Answer

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 8

how do you get a staph infection in your kidney?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

can you get a staph infection on your penis?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

can you get a staph infection from a popped pimple?

Accepted Answer

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

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