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When your health concerns can't wait.
The Detroit News reported a case of MRSA at a local hospital last month. What is MRSA?
MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is a type of bacterial infection which commonly affects the skin causing boils, abscesses and
other skin infections. If MRSA goes unrecognized or untreated it can extend to deeper tissue and even enter the bloodstream. It can also result in
bacterial infections like pneumonia, meningitis and other life threatening illnesses very rapidly. The most significant concern regarding MRSA is its
resistance to commonly used antibiotics, which can make the MRSA infection more aggressive and difficult to treat.
What can I do to protect my family from getting MRSA?
The basics of good hygiene apply to best protect yourself and your family from MRSA and other bacterial related infections. Frequently wash
your hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer for at least 30 seconds. Avoid sharing toiletries like razors and towels. For
those involved in athletics, avoid sharing sports equipment, and always wear shower shoes in the locker room. Avoid touching others who have
visible skin cuts or abrasions. If you have cuts or abrasions, cover them to protect yourself and others. MRSA is most commonly contracted from
contaminated items and surfaces in crowded living conditions, like dorms, barracks and athletic settings, where skin to skin contact can occur.
How can I identify the symptoms?
MRSA symptoms in children and adults are the same, although can vary based upon the initial skin infection or its severity. In general, seek medical
attention when you see skin containing pus or fluid, such as an abscess, blister or boil. Also look for areas where the skin may be red and swollen,
and feels hot and tender to the touch. This could be cellulitis, a common potentially serious bacterial skin infection. The rash of cellulitis may also
begin with red bumps that begin to spread.
How is MRSA treated, and what is the recovery process?
MRSA is a very treatable bacterial infection, but the key is seeking medical attention early before symptoms worsen and
the infection progresses. Boils or abscesses must be evaluated by a health care professional for incisions and drainage. The
primary treatment is medications and antibiotic therapy that is not resistant to MRSA. Sometimes intravenous (IV) antibiotics
are necessary if the infection does not respond to oral antibiotics. The recovery process varies and depends upon how
quickly treatment is sought, the severity of the infection and response to treatment.
For more info, visit the Ask Dr. Vieder page at
LakesUrgentCare.com
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Dr. Sanford Vieder, DO, FACOEP, Medical Director at Lakes Urgent Care, West Bloomfield
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