Is a staph infection contageous

Is a staph infection contagious??? I have heard both ways my cowo…?

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My husband just recently almost died from Staphylococcus aureus. He had taken a fall and went to the hospital with 10 staples in his head he was released. When he went back to get the staples out, no gloves were used when they removed the s…

Is staph infection contagious?

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Is staph infection contagious, yes, it is extremely contagious. If you come contact with someone with staph, it is highly likely you may have it or will contract it from him or her.

How Contagious Is Staph Infection?

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Staph infections are very common in which the bacteria look like clusters of grapes under the microscope. And yes the staph infections are spread from person to person by direct contact. Therefore you should avoid direct contact with the in…

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Is it safe to work next to someone with a Staph infection in their ear?

Q: All I have heard about Staph is very scary and I am not sure how contageous it is? It’s not like I’m going to touch her ear or anything, but….

A: not unless your job is wrestling, then it isn’t safe anyway.

Recent Staph Infection Outbreak Question????

Q: I just found out today that a co-worker that has been out for the past 2 months(who had elbow surgery)was out because of that staph infection going arround.He had surgery to remove the infection then another a couple of weeks ago to get more out.We don’t know when he is coming back to work.We drive buses together with about a half dozen other people and we all share the buses.My question is this.Was and is there anything we can do to protect ourselves from catching this infection?How contageous is it?When he comes back is it still?What can we do to protect our health and not pass it to others at home??????

A: MRSA – Antibiotic-Resistant “Staphylococcus aureus” Skin InfectionsA huge number of people are being diagnosed with MRSA (skin infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus – staph bacteria) that are resistant to many known and previously used antibiotics (the drugs that kill bacteria). These resistant strains of staph are commonly known as “MRSA” (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus). Staph bacteria are most often found in the nasal passages and on the skin of people. Most of the time, staph carried in the nose or on the skin does not cause infection. When it does, it usually causes minor infections, such as boils or abscesses. However, sometimes staph can cause more serious infections such as pneumonia, joint, and bloodstream infections. These are serious infections and require immediate treatment.Staph infections often begin when staph bacteria enter the body through an injury to the skin, such as a cut or graze or surgical proceedure. Symptoms of a staph skin infection include redness, warmth, swelling, tenderness of the skin and boils or blisters.The Spread Of StaphEven the cleanest person can get a staph infection. Staph can rub off the skin of an infected person and onto the skin of another person when they have prolonged skin to skin contact. Staph from an infected person can also get onto a commonly shared item or surface and then get onto the skin of the person who touches it next. Examples of commonly shared items are towels, benches in saunas or hot tubs and athletic equipment – in other words, anything that could have touched the skin of a staph infected person can carry the bacteria to the skin of another person.Preventing Staph InfectionsClean your hands and skin often. Spray with The New Silver Solution. Avoid prolonged skin-to-skin contact with anyone you suspect could have a staph skin infection. Do not share personal items (e.g. razors, towels, etc.) with other persons and keep your towels and clothes clean. Clean items that you share with other people (e.g. towels, razors, athletic equipment) before you use them.Actions To Take If You Think You Have A Staph InfectionIf you suspect that you might have a staph skin infection, consult your healthcare provider as soon as possible. Early treatment can help prevent the infection from getting worse. Be sure to follow all the directions your healthcare provider gives you, even when you start to feel better. If you are prescribed antibiotics, finish all of the doses because incomplete treatment of staph infections can lead to antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The New Silver Solution can be taken with antibiotics, in fact, tests have proven that using The New Silver Solution in conjunction with antibiotics enables deeper and more penetrative ability in killing staph bacteria.If my healthcare provider has told me that I have an antibiotic-resistant staph (MRSA) skin infection, what can I do to keep others from getting infected?Please take the following steps to prevent the spread of antibiotic-resistant staph skin infection to others:1. Treat area with The New Silver Solution. Keep the infected area covered with clean, dry bandages. Pus, Mucus and drainage from an infected wound is very infectious.2. Thoroughly wash your hands frequently with liquid soap and warm water, especially after changing bandages or touching the infected skin. Throw away used dressings promptly and spray your hands with The New Silver Solution.3. Regularly clean and disinfect your bathroom and personal items. Wash soiled towels, bedding and clothes with hot water. Bleach when possible. Drying bedding and clothes in a hot-air dryer, rather than air-drying also helps kill bacteria. Wipe down surfaces with The New Silver Solution.4. Inform any healthcare providers who treat you, that you have a history of an antibiotic-resistant staph (MRSA) skin infection and that you are using The New Silver Solution to fight the infection.5. Ensure that you take The New Silver Solution internally, on a daily basis.6. Do not share razors, towels or similar items with other people.If you have questions about MRSA, please talk with your health care provider. Most Doctors and especially Surgeons, will recommend the use of The New Silver Solution.More Information: http://www.mrsamedical.com/

Staph infection?

Q: Is it contageous? What are the symptoms? How is it cured?Monet: I don’t have it, someone else does and I’m just wondering the likeliness of getting it.

A: It is a type of infection caused by a Staphylococcus (or “staph”) bacteria. Actually, about 25% of people normally carry staph in the nose, mouth, genitals, and anal area. The foot is very prone to pick up bacteria from the floor. The infection often begins with a little cut, which gets infected with bacteria. These staph infections range from a simple boil to antibiotic-resistant infections to flesh-eating infections. The difference between all these is how deep and how fast the infection spreads, and how treatable it is with antibiotics. The antibiotic-resistant infections are more common in North America, because of our overuse of antibiotics.The type of staph infection that involves skin is called cellulitis and affects the skin’s deeper layers. It is treatable with antibiotics.This type of infection is very common in the general population — and more common and more severe in people with weak immune systems. People who have diabetes or weakened immunity are particularly prone to developing cellulitis.What does staph infection look like?Staph cellulitis usually begins as a small area of tenderness, swelling, and redness. Sometimes it begins with an open sore. Other times, there is no break in the skin at all — and it’s anyone’s guess where the bacteria came from. The signs of cellulitis are those of any inflammation — redness, warmth, swelling, and pain. Any skin sore or ulcer that has these signs may be developing cellulitis. If the staph infection spreads, the person may develop a fever, sometimes with chills and sweats, as well as swelling in the area. What can be done about a staph infection?Antibiotics are used to treat these infections. But there’s been a gradual change in how well these antibiotics are working. While most staph infections used to be treatable with penicillin, in the 1980s that changed and stronger antibiotics are now used. In about 50% of cases, however, we see resistance to even these stronger antibiotics. These cases are not just happening in hospitals — as once was true — but now are occurring in the general community. That’s been a problem. Many doctors are accustomed to using certain antibiotics, but those then fail because of antibiotic resistance. There are several more potent antibiotics now, but doctors need to know when to use them.There’s another treatment we sometimes use with staph infections. If the infection goes so deep that it involves muscles or fibers that enclose muscles, it needs to be surgically cleaned. Can staph infection be prevented?You can take steps to help prevent it. Any time you have a cut or skin breakdown, wash it with soap and water, keep it clean and dry, use antiseptic ointment, and keep it covered. A couple of recent outbreaks among football players began when one team member had a boil, and the infection was spread to other team members. The staph infection is contagious if the wound is weeping or draining, and if people share towels or other items that are contaminated. Wearing foot coverings in locker rooms and other commonly used areas can help prevent contamination.If the sore becomes unusually painful or red, get prompt medical attention. If red lines develop, that’s a sign the infection is spreading and needs medical attention.