Question 1

my daughter has red itchy bumps on her arms and feet. what could be the cause? she was diagnosed with a staph infection but the bumps persist. bed bugs were mentioned but she is the only person being bitten. could this be an allergic reaction to something

Accepted Answer

This : This is tough to answer without a picture.  There are several possibilities including bites (fleas or other), eczema or allergic contact dermatitis, lichen planus, folliculitis (staph infection), and others.  I doubt bed bugs given the location.  I would recommend you try a moisturizer such as cerave cream twice daily and if not better after a few days consider a trip to the dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment options.  Bites are common in kids so that is certainly a possibility.  If they are bites, avoidance plus a steroid gel might be beneficial. I hope that helps.

Question 2

i went to my local pool & noticed days after i have small and medium sized red bumps on my shoulder starting at the back top of my shoulder down close to my armpit that are painful and itchy. just hoping its not a staph infection or serious?

Accepted Answer

: A physician or dermatologist would have to examine you to be certain of the diagnosis. Since this could be an outbreak of shingles I strongly recommend that you get examined and receive proper treatment for this eruption.

Question 3

painless, very itchy skin. could this be a staph infection?

Accepted Answer

Staph infection: Staph infections are tender, painful, red swollen. There may be pus & blood. Fever can be high. See a dermatologist for your itchy skin. Antiseptics and antibiotics will make you worse.

Question 4

can a staph infection cause an itchy bumpy rash all over entire body?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Staph usually causes boils and abscesses ( in some cases systemic invasion into the blood stream) except in atopic dermatitis where it can trigger an exacerbation of the skin condition.

Question 5

is it common to have red itchy skin after a staph infection has resolved?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As long as it continues to fade away, the irritation of the infection may take some time to clear. If worsening occurs (without you scratching or bumping the area) you should recheck in with your practitioner.

Question 6

can i use calamine lotion on the itchy rashes from a diagnosed staph infection?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Itchy rash may be benefitted from calamine especially if it is the phenolated variety. This also keeps you from tearing fragile skin. If  the cause is skin infection  and that skin is involved/broken, it may may become irritated by the lotion.

Question 7

apparently i have a staph infection, my vagina is itchy and red spots which turn into whiteheads keep popping up in diff places. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

?Folliculitis: This sounds like folliculitis (inflammation of the hair follicle). Staph can cause it. But there are other things that can cause a folliculitis. You should have the contents of one of these "whiteheads" cultured to be sure it is staph before you accept an antibiotic. And if you shave your bikini area it could be you are spreading the problem. So, stop shaving for now, get treatment and new razors.

Question 8

i was recently hospitalized with staph infection in my bloodstream. i have a rash on my face. some redness and peeling on testicles and am very itchy.

Accepted Answer

Speak to your md: This could be an allergic reaction to either the medications or secondary to the infection. Staph in the blood is a severe infection so you should be on top of everything with your doctor until you are fully recovered.

Question 9

itchy bumps on tummy that are pusy bumps that itch and bleed some bumps are black? ? what is this i was diagnosed with staph one time is it still ther

Accepted Answer

Yes: This inconsistent with a recurrent staph infection which a culture can confirm. If it is li tied ba troban can work. However if it is extensive an oral antibiotic is necessary. Preventive measures include antibacterial soap, vitamin c every day to help white blood cells, bovine colostrum, baths with dilute clorox 1 cup to a whole tub discuss with your doctor.

Question 10

can a staph infection spread throughout your body & cause some to severe itching & hard bumps in certain places of the body?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes this type infection can cause this it needs an evaluation in person by a doctor if your symptoms are severe go to the Emergency room of the hospital

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My daughter has red itchy bumps on her arms and feet. what could be the cause? she was diagnosed with a staph infection but the bumps persist. bed bugs were mentioned but she is the only person being bitten. could this be an allergic reaction to something

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I went to my local pool & noticed days after i have small and medium sized red bumps on my shoulder starting at the back top of my shoulder down close to my armpit that are painful and itchy. just hoping its not a staph infection or serious?

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Painless, very itchy skin. could this be a staph infection?

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Can a staph infection cause an itchy bumpy rash all over entire body?

A member asked:

Is it common to have red itchy skin after a staph infection has resolved?

A member asked:

Can i use calamine lotion on the itchy rashes from a diagnosed staph infection?

A member asked:

Apparently i have a staph infection, my vagina is itchy and red spots which turn into whiteheads keep popping up in diff places. what does this mean?

A member asked:

I was recently hospitalized with staph infection in my bloodstream. i have a rash on my face. some redness and peeling on testicles and am very itchy.

A member asked:

Itchy bumps on tummy that are pusy bumps that itch and bleed some bumps are black? ? what is this i was diagnosed with staph one time is it still ther

A member asked:

Can a staph infection spread throughout your body & cause some to severe itching & hard bumps in certain places of the body?

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