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Can the staph super bug known as mrsa appear on a female?
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Yes: It affects both sexes equally.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Yes: Mrsa can affect anyone, male or female, young or old. It does not show a predilection towards a certain sex.
Answered 8/3/2012
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