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I had staph infection a while ago and it was treated. however, my ankle (the original site from which it spread) still itches. is that normal?

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Dr. Marc Tressler answered

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Sort of: It is likely that there was a sensory nerve located in the area of the infection. The inflammation, and/or any treatment to the area for infection likely irritated this nerve. Now, you are having a neuritis to that nerve, which can cause various stimuli such as itching, burning, temperature change, etc.

Answered 7/17/2019

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A member asked:

I had staph infection a while ago and it was treated. however, my ankle (the original site from which it spread) still itches. is that normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marc Tressler answered

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