Diseases
staphylococcus aureus
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Overview
Staphylococcus aureus is the most dangerous of all of the many common staphylococcal bacteria. These gram-positive, sphere-shaped (coccal) bacteria often cause skin infections but can cause pneumonia, heart valve infections, and bone infections.
Symptoms
- pocket of infection that forms at the site of injury.
- nausea and vomiting
- headache
- an infection of the underlying layers of the skin.
- a high fever
Causes
- s. aureus is most often spread to others by contaminated hands.
Risk factors
- certain conditions increase the risk of getting a staphylococcal infection as ..
- influenza, chronic lung disorders, and leukemia
Diagnosis
- blood test.
- physical exam.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is staphylococcus aureus?
Staphylococcus aureus is the most dangerous of all of the many common staphylococcal bacteria. These gram-positive, sphere-shaped (coccal) bacteria often cause skin infections but can cause pneumonia, heart valve infections, and bone infections.
What are the symptoms of staphylococcus aureus?
pocket of infection that forms at the site of injury., nausea and vomiting, headache, an infection of the underlying layers of the skin., a high fever
What causes staphylococcus aureus?
s. aureus is most often spread to others by contaminated hands.
Which medicines are used for staphylococcus aureus?
methicillin
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