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Can you tell me about mrsa and can it kill you and how can you check if u got it?

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Infections can kill : You particularly if they get into your bloodstream, if you are immunocompromised it makes it easier. You usually know when you have an infection as the is a problem. So for example, if you have a wound and it doe not respond to an antibiotic the doc will perform a culture and sensitivity (with a swab) and then the lab will identify the organism and if MRSA is present you will be informed.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Dr. Jason Stokes answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Contagious: Mrsa is a bacterial skin infection largely passed skin to skin through direct contact. All skin has some bacteria on it. Mrsa or staph can be washed off by topical cleaners or with antibiotics if needed.

Answered 7/13/2014

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