staphylococcal infection
Staphylococcal infections are caused by staph bacteria, which are often found on the skin or nose of healthy people. In most cases, these bacteria do not cause problems or cause a mild skin infection
A staph infection can become life-threatening if the bacteria enters the bloodstream, joints, bones, lungs, or heart. Nowadays, many otherwise healthy people develop life-threatening staph infections
Treatment includes antibiotic therapy and drainage of the infection Some staph infections cannot be treated with common antibiotics
Many people are carriers of staph and do not develop the infection If you develop a staph infection, chances are you've been carrying the bacteria for a long time.
The bacteria can also spread from one person to another Staphylococci are quite durable, which is why they can survive on things like pillowcases and towels for a long time.
Staphylococci can withstand:
- drying
- extreme temperatures
- a large amount of salt
A staph infection can be the cause of both a mild skin problem and a serious heart injury called endocarditis At this time, the inner lining of the heart (endocardium) is damaged. Therefore, the signs and symptoms of staphylococcal infection are different and depend on the location and severity of the infection.
Skin Infections Skin infections caused by staphylococcal bacteria include: The most common form of staph infection is a boil, which is a pus-filled sac that develops in a hair follicle or sebaceous gland.
If the boil is opened, pus flows out Boils most often develop under the shoulders, in the groin and on the buttocks
Impetigo This contagious, often painful rash is caused by staphylococci In impetigo, there are thick sores that ooze fluid and form a honey-colored pus. cellulite Cellulitis is an infection of the deeper layers of the skin that causes redness and superficial swelling of the skin Ulcers or discharge may also develop Cellulite often develops on the lower legs and feet Staphylococcal scaly skin syndrome As a result of toxins produced by staphylococci, staphylococcal scaly skin syndrome may develop. It often develops in infants and children and causes fever, rashes and sometimes rashes As a result of age spots, the surface layer of the skin is removed, leaving a red skin like a burn.
Food poisoning Staphylococci are the most common causes of food poisoning Symptoms appear suddenly, usually within hours of eating contaminated food Symptoms disappear soon, about half a day
Staphylococcal infection in food does not cause an increase in temperature Signs and symptoms of this type of staph infection include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dehydration
- Low blood pressure
Bacteremia - Internal organs such as the brain, heart, and lungs
- Muscles and bones
- Surgically implanted devices, such as an artificial joint or heart pacemaker
Toxic shock It develops suddenly and is accompanied by:
- fever
- nausea and vomiting
- sunburn-like rash on hands and feet
- confusion
- muscle pain
- diarrhea
- abdomen The bacteria are most commonly found in the knee joint, although they can also be found in the ankle, hip, elbow, wrist, shoulder, or spine. Signs and symptoms include:
- Joint swelling
- Severe pain in the affected joint
- Fever
When to see a doctor
See a doctor if your child has:
