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Can you get staph infection from not washing your hands after using the bathroom.

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Dr. Elise Sadoun answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It's everywhere: There are hundreds of types of staph, and they are absolutely everywhere. All over your skin, mouth, rectum, walls, surfaces, air, everywhere. Staph is often infectious through some type of break in the skin. Be well.

Dr Finkelstein agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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