Michael Jackson had staph infection that spread throughout his face and body.
Yes, I recently took my dog to the vet, and it turned out there was a staph infection in both of his ears.
For minor staph infections use gauze soaked in vinegar or rubbing alcohol. However, staph infections can spread and are contagious. Best bet is to go to a doctor and seek professional help.
People can get staph infections from contaminated objects, but staph bacteria often spread through skin-to-skin contact - the bacteria can be spread from one area of the body to another if someone touches the infected area.
Yes, very. Especially the newer "resistant" staph infections. There are some strains of staph that cannot be treated with antibiotics. Staph infections can kill and staph infections that you encounter at hospitals are typically the most difficult to treat.
Staph infection is spread like any other infection, by bacteria. It enters your body though cuts or your nose or mouth. Washing your hand is the key to prevent it.
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Most healthy people who develop staph infections recover fully within a short time. Others develop repeated infections. Some become seriously ill, requiring long-term therapy or emergency care. A small percentage die.
Most lesions that patients view as "spider bites" have nothing to do with spiders, and are, in fact, staph infections.
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The correct spelling is "staph infection." "Staph" is shorthand for staphylococcus, a kind of bacteria.