A 31-year-old member asked:
What to do if i think my boyfriend gave me a mrsa/staph infection, how should i approach him about it?
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Dr. Peter Ihleanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 56 years experience
B sure & don't fus : Many people have mrsa, u r exposed 2 it every day from just being around people in general. The reason there is a false stigma placed on those who have it is sad. It more important 2 know u have it or r a carrier than not. It is important not to enter hospitals or wear a mask 2 visit & he should not feel bad about it. If he were a surgical candidate every 1 is tested & rx'd b4 surg infec du 2=bad.
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