Question 1

what is the best treatment for a staph infection on my foot?

Accepted Answer

Would depend : On what the wound looked like. You would also want to know if just staph or mrsa....And things of that nature.

Question 2

i have pain in my hip, knee, foot and my foot is swollen and numb. i found out that someone that went on a trip with me has staph infection. what now?

Accepted Answer

Not enough info: It would be unusual for a systemic Staph infection just from casual contact.   I would consider other options, include reactive arthritis, crystalline arthritis (gout/pseudogout).  It doesn't seem like the information given is going to help us pinpoint why you have this.  Any recent new sexual partner or risk for gonorrhea? Where was trip?  Lumbago with sciatica can lead to pain in those areas.

Question 3

i have staph infection in both toes is this contagious.

Accepted Answer

To a point: Meaning that many people tolerate staph on the skin without consequence.

Question 4

how would i know a staph infection of the toe is cured?

Accepted Answer

See below: If the drainage is stopped and the wound is healed and there is no redness or swelling.

Question 5

i think (staph) infection in toe. pus from the toe just squirted into my eye (don't ask :/). is this dangerous for my eye? what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Probably OK: The eye is terrific at cleaning itself out.  The pus that squirted in was mostly blinked out and the rest flushed out by cleansing tears.  Only if you find over the next several days that the eye gets red and irritated should you seek medical attention.  I am guessing you flushed your eye out with clean water right after the exposure.

Question 6

got a staph infection in toe from pedicure in march/april of 2021. cleared it with keflex. i have seen a podiatrist on and off for the last 1-2 years and my toenail is still not grown back fully. there is a gap btwn cuticle and nail. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

: It is best to discuss with your podiatrist that has a better picture of what happened. Scar formation may change things to new normal. The important thing is that the infection cleared and you now know to be more cautious or take precaution about where and how your pedicure is done. Toe nails grow slower the finger nails.

Question 7

had a staph infection in my foot from an infected blister.antibiotics healed it completely but is there anything i need to watch for/worry about?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Just watch for a recurrence from shoes rubbing on it.  If it starts to get red again and forms another blister, see your doctor.

Question 8

i have a staph infection, dr gave me sum antibiotics that i'm still taking, i have the red big bump still and wondering if i should get it checked?

Accepted Answer

Needs 2B checked: You may be developing a staph. Abscess which may need to be drained. Good luck.

Question 9

can you tell me, are big boil type looking sores a form of staph infection and are they contagious?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: They are full of staph aureus bacteria, we are exposed to this all day long. That said if you burst this and someone gets it on their hands and into a cut they will have the potential to become infected. Best to keep it bandages and stay away from susceptible people like the old and very young

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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What is the best treatment for a staph infection on my foot?

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I have pain in my hip, knee, foot and my foot is swollen and numb. i found out that someone that went on a trip with me has staph infection. what now?

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I have staph infection in both toes is this contagious.

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How would i know a staph infection of the toe is cured?

A member asked:

I think (staph) infection in toe. pus from the toe just squirted into my eye (don't ask :/). is this dangerous for my eye? what should i do?

A member asked:

Got a staph infection in toe from pedicure in march/april of 2021. cleared it with keflex. i have seen a podiatrist on and off for the last 1-2 years and my toenail is still not grown back fully. there is a gap btwn cuticle and nail. is this normal?

A member asked:

Had a staph infection in my foot from an infected blister.antibiotics healed it completely but is there anything i need to watch for/worry about?

A member asked:

I have a staph infection, dr gave me sum antibiotics that i'm still taking, i have the red big bump still and wondering if i should get it checked?

A member asked:

Can you tell me, are big boil type looking sores a form of staph infection and are they contagious?

A member asked:

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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