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Are people with eczema more likely to get staph?

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Yes: Individuals with eczema are more likely to develop bacterial skin infection caused by staphylococcus aureus which in turn exacerbates eczema.

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/29/2012

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A member asked:

Are people with eczema more likely to get staph?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jay Park answered

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

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