Staphylococcal

Staphylococcal Infections are a group of infections caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus. They are commonly known for causing skin infections, but can also cause a variety of other diseases.

Causes[edit | edit source]

Staphylococcal infections are caused by staphylococcus bacteria, which are types of germs commonly found on the skin or in the nose of even healthy individuals. Most of the time, these bacteria cause no problems or result in relatively minor skin infections.

Types[edit | edit source]

There are over 30 types of Staphylococcus, but Staphylococcus aureus causes most staph infections, including skin infections, pneumonia, food poisoning, toxic shock syndrome, and blood poisoning (bacteremia).

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

The symptoms of a staph infection depend on the type of infection. Skin infections caused by staph bacteria include:

Boils
Impetigo
Cellulitis
Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome

Treatment[edit | edit source]

Treatment usually involves antibiotics and drainage of the infected area. However, some staph infections no longer respond to common antibiotics.

Prevention[edit | edit source]

Prevention measures include frequent hand washing, keeping wounds covered, and not sharing personal items such as towels or razors.

See also[edit | edit source]

Staphylococcal Resources
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