Question 1

i've had recurring boils on buttocks. after using benzoyl peroxide daily and hibiclens weekly, they're mostly gone. but occasionally i'll get one or two. could it be mrsa or is it more likely normal staph? if mrsa, should i worry or do something else?

Accepted Answer

: In todays world I assume at least 60-70% of these are MRSA and I treat them the same as any other staph. Early recognition, moist heat &amp; drainage helps most. True abscesses, should be drained surgically and their rhine removed. Bathing with a couple cups of bleach in the bathwater &amp; placing antibiotic ointment at the nasal entrance daily also cuts down on recurrence.

Question 2

i have a pimple like thing on my buttock i researched it and it said it was a boil usually cause by mrsa are all boils cause by it?

Accepted Answer

No: Up to 75% of cases of boils involve infection with staph aureus, either methicillin-susceptible (mssa) or methicillin-resistant (mrsa). Other less commonly involved organisms include gram-negative and anaerobic bacteria, candida species, and pseudomonas species.

Question 3

16 y/o. i've had a boil on my buttock for a few weeks, it is now hard, large and red. my lymph nodes have also swollen, i'm scared it could be mrsa.

Accepted Answer

Recurrence: Sounds like it is just a recurrence of the boil.  This does not mean it's MRSA necessarily.  However, you should return to your doc for either antibiotics or a drainage procedure as soon as possible.

Question 4

how do i control mrsa outbreak of raised pustules in groin area and same on a 2 yr old that is on his buttocks?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics: See a doctor for antibiotics, and wash everyone's hands religiously. Keep the infected skin covered to avoid spreading. Mrsa gets transferred around in families unfortunately. Be well.

Question 5

told i had mrsa or impetigo on my buttocks. is it normal to feeling a lump in behind not at site and feel swollen in gland in pubic bone?

Accepted Answer

Fighting Infections: Yes.  This is exactly what happens when you have a significant infection. The glands of your lymph system swell to eat up the toxins and bacteria in the infection.  This all sounds very normal.

Question 6

can bactroban (mupirocin) cause rash on buttocks-i have scant mrsa perianal area. on doxycycline- also using bact waiting for 2nd culture to rule out yeast/fungus?

Accepted Answer

Contact allergy: Rarely people can develop a contact allergy to bactroban, (mupirocin) but it is seen more commonly with neosporin based creams. Your doctor can prescribe another topical antibiotic if needed.

Question 7

what are the differences between mrsa and a boil?

Accepted Answer

Bugs and boils: MRSA stands for Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus, an increasingly common bacteria that can cause different clinical conditions from boils or skin abscesses to blood-borne life threatening infections. Boils,on the other hand, can be caused by bacteria other than MRSA.

Question 8

are mrsa lesions / boils that are unopened contagious?

Accepted Answer

MRSA: Not directly but people that have infection with MRSA often are carrying the organism on multiple places in and on their bodies. For exams it is common to recover MRSA from the hairs inside the nostrils. This can be difficult to eradicate because there is no bltood supply there for antibiotics to bathe the area.  Hand washing and avoiding contact with others is prudent.

Question 9

i have a furuncle boil, does this mean i have mrsa?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: No, boils and furuncles existed long before there were antibiotics to become resistant to.  However, MRSA is a common cause of boils these days.  It's helpful to get a culture of the pus if possible, so you'll know whether it's MRSA or not.  This could affect the choice of therapy if it's decided that you need antibiotics, either for this boil or for a future episode.

Question 10

i have a boil and tested positive for mrsa!

Accepted Answer

MRSA : Mrsa is quite common esp in folks who have eczema. Take the full course of antibiotics and avoid in future by moisturizing/hydrating your skin. You can also test to see if you're a carrier of MRSA by getting a nasal swab test done by a doctor. If positive, antibiotic ointment in nose is highly recommended so u don't get or give MRSA infections.

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I've had recurring boils on buttocks. after using benzoyl peroxide daily and hibiclens weekly, they're mostly gone. but occasionally i'll get one or two. could it be mrsa or is it more likely normal staph? if mrsa, should i worry or do something else?

A member asked:

I have a pimple like thing on my buttock i researched it and it said it was a boil usually cause by mrsa are all boils cause by it?

A member asked:

16 y/o. i've had a boil on my buttock for a few weeks, it is now hard, large and red. my lymph nodes have also swollen, i'm scared it could be mrsa.

A member asked:

How do i control mrsa outbreak of raised pustules in groin area and same on a 2 yr old that is on his buttocks?

A member asked:

Told i had mrsa or impetigo on my buttocks. is it normal to feeling a lump in behind not at site and feel swollen in gland in pubic bone?

A member asked:

Can bactroban (mupirocin) cause rash on buttocks-i have scant mrsa perianal area. on doxycycline- also using bact waiting for 2nd culture to rule out yeast/fungus?

A member asked:

What are the differences between mrsa and a boil?

A member asked:

Are mrsa lesions / boils that are unopened contagious?

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I have a furuncle boil, does this mean i have mrsa?

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I have a boil and tested positive for mrsa!

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