Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What is the staph infection risk for a premature infant?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Higher than usual: Premature infants are at higher risk for infection in general because their immune systems are weaker and less developed. In the nicu, strict vigilant hand washing is a must and is taken very serious to reduce this risk. At home with a premie, you should do the same. If the baby is breast feeding, there is added protection for the baby. Wash you hands regularly.
Answered 9/29/2020
5.7k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Will a staph skin infection harm my unborn baby?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What are some common ways for a baby/toddler to develop staph infection on their bottom and genital region?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Can clindamycin cream really help to lessen a staph infection/boil of skin when applied early on (as a small pimple or red bump?)
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
What can be done for a staph infection in an infant?
I have a friend who she and her boyfriend have been diagnosed with staph infection with open pus pockets . 6month baby in house they have a 7month year old baby should two people with staph infectionbe aroun d their 7month infacnt in't that dangerous? Wha
Is someone who just had a staph infection dangerous around a 6 month old baby?
My father was in the emergency room with an pussy skin staph infection. I have a baby, so how long do we have to avoid my father?
Could you tell me what are some early signs of the staph infection?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
