Diseases
staphylococcal infections
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Overview
Staph infections are caused by staphylococcus bacteria. These types of germs are commonly found on the skin or in the nose of many healthy people. Most of the time, these bacteria cause no problems or cause relatively minor skin infections.
Symptoms
- skin infections caused by staph bacteria include: boils, impetigo, cellulitis
- staph infections can range from minor skin problems to life-threatening illness.
- toxins produced by the staph bacteria may cause staph scalded skin syndrome.
- food poisoning
- joint swelling
Causes
- many people carry staph bacteria on their skin or in their nose and never develop staph infections
Risk factors
- underlying health conditions as diabetics who use insulin
- invasive and implanted devices
- current or recent hospitalization
Diagnosis
- perform a physical exam.
- collect a sample for testing.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is staphylococcal infections?
Staph infections are caused by staphylococcus bacteria. These types of germs are commonly found on the skin or in the nose of many healthy people. Most of the time, these bacteria cause no problems or cause relatively minor skin infections.
What are the symptoms of staphylococcal infections?
skin infections caused by staph bacteria include: boils, impetigo, cellulitis, staph infections can range from minor skin problems to life-threatening illness., toxins produced by the staph bacteria may cause staph scalded skin syndrome., food poisoning, joint swelling
What causes staphylococcal infections?
many people carry staph bacteria on their skin or in their nose and never develop staph infections
Which medicines are used for staphylococcal infections?
cefazolin, daptomycin, oxacillin, penicillin g procaine
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