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How important is a small amount of mrsa in your lung? can it be considered normal as is regular s. aureus?
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Not normal: Mrsa needs to be treated aggressively as it is a resitant bacteria. It is very important to treat it.
Answered 3/3/2013
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Not uncommon: In patients who have been in and out of the hospital. It still would not be considered "normal" colonization and could be an issue if the person becomes sick in other ways.
Answered 10/4/2016
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