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Can staph infection be transmitted by touching an infected wound then touching another persons mouth?

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Dr. Neal Kraus answered

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Depends on burden: Depends on any number of factors. Yes. It is possible. I would avoid putting hands in mouth in general and if necessary to do so, I would highly recommend appropriately washing hands prior.

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Answered 5/2/2015

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