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Can a staph infection spread throughout your body & cause some to severe itching & hard bumps in certain places of the body?

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Yes: Yes this type infection can cause this it needs an evaluation in person by a doctor if your symptoms are severe go to the Emergency room of the hospital

Answered 3/13/2020

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