Question 1

what does a leg staph infection look like?

Accepted Answer

Red pustule : Staph anywhere on the body can present as pustules or abscesses.

Question 2

what does staph infection look like on the leg?

Accepted Answer

Varies: It can look like anything from a folliculitis (inflamed hair follicles) to cellulitis (inflamed skin/soft tissue) to an abscess (painful lump with overlying inflamed skin, may be draining pus).  This is common with all bacterial skin infections, not just staph, however. See a doctor for further evaluation.

Question 3

small red (and a little painful when touched) white headed bump on the back of my leg. could it be a staph infection?

Accepted Answer

Could be but other: this could be a staph abscess if acute or Sebaceous cyst . Your physician can clarify

Question 4

what to do if i have a staph infection on my legs and face, can caladryl help?

Accepted Answer

Staph infection: I would recommend seeing a doctor for the best treatment. You most likely need antibiotics - either topical or pills. Caladryl might help with some of the symptoms if the skin is irritated, since it contains calamine and pramoxine. I only see this as 'adjunctive' however, and I believe you need 'real' treatment. Hopefully your doc can guide you. ID docs are expert at treating Staph infections.

Question 5

i have a staph infection in leg its healing but 3 inches above it the lymph node is still swollen which scares me is this normal? how long will last?

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Lymph nodes: Rather than scaring you, an active lymph node doing it's job to fight off infection, should reassure and encourage you about your body's health.   A reactive lymph node is working when it is swollen. It is doing it's job. It takes some time to return to a normal quiet state after  the infection and all of the foreign material is taken care of.  No reason to be scared for any reason here.

Question 6

i think i might have a staph infection. i had a group of red bumps on my leg and all of them but one didn't go away, now it's swollen, red, painful. ?

Accepted Answer

Skin infections: You should have your leg evaluated by your doc, of which you may need an antibiotic. Till you get to see your doc, keep the area clean with soap &amp; water, dry it &amp; if the skin is open, use topical Neosporin, which could cut down the amount of infection. Take Aleve (naproxen) or Motrin to help with the pain and inflammation. Do not wait to see your doc, these are only temporizing measures.

Question 7

i think i may have a staph infection on my lower leg and its painful and causing swelling on my leg down to my ankle, its been be 4 days. is this normal ? it could it be infected?

Accepted Answer

No/yes: No it is not normal &amp; yes it can be infected. The description does not make this clear, but it is worth your having it evaluated before it gets worse.

Question 8

how do i tell if a spot on my leg is staph infection or just an irritated bite/spot/ hair follicle...etc....

Accepted Answer

Infections: Nobody can tell if an infected lesion is due to Staph or another bacteria without a culture.  However, if a sore or wound, is hot, has pus, is tender, or increasing pain or redness, it is likely infected.  A bug bite can be red and a little warm and itchy, but no pus or severe pain is present.  Apply Bacitracin and a bandaid after cleaning with dilute soap and water twice a day.  If worse: to MD!

Question 9

i have a staph infection (my fourth in same leg) and the doctor didn't feel it should be incised yet. it is the size of a lemon inside my skin and the skin is taking on a blackish tint. although i have had to be hospitalized for one of the prior infection

Accepted Answer

Yes : Yes the color change may signify necrosis (dead skin/tissue). This is worrisome and requires prompt medical attention. Hopefully you have seen your doctor by now. If not please do so immediately.

Question 10

12 big red bites on my upper legs, back they itch and swollen. looks like a yellow pimple inside could it be mosquito bite,i had staph infection 2011?

Accepted Answer

Several red bites : with a small pimple(pustule)in the center describes a fire ant bite.Any possible exposure?Soy sause takes away the sting(also works for bee/wasp stings).Must also consider cellulitis.If gets worse,c ur doc.

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Small red (and a little painful when touched) white headed bump on the back of my leg. could it be a staph infection?

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What to do if i have a staph infection on my legs and face, can caladryl help?

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I have a staph infection in leg its healing but 3 inches above it the lymph node is still swollen which scares me is this normal? how long will last?

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I think i might have a staph infection. i had a group of red bumps on my leg and all of them but one didn't go away, now it's swollen, red, painful. ?

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I think i may have a staph infection on my lower leg and its painful and causing swelling on my leg down to my ankle, its been be 4 days. is this normal ? it could it be infected?

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How do i tell if a spot on my leg is staph infection or just an irritated bite/spot/ hair follicle...etc....

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I have a staph infection (my fourth in same leg) and the doctor didn't feel it should be incised yet. it is the size of a lemon inside my skin and the skin is taking on a blackish tint. although i have had to be hospitalized for one of the prior infection

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12 big red bites on my upper legs, back they itch and swollen. looks like a yellow pimple inside could it be mosquito bite,i had staph infection 2011?

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