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Can Piercing Cause Staph Infection?

Written by Jan Modric in March 13th, 2009   Under: Infections, Medical Questions, Skin, Hair, Nails   Tags: , , , ,    

Staph bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus) live on the skin of many healthy individuals without causing any symptoms.

When the skin is pierced, especially in, or around the nose or mouth, in armpits, under breasts, or around genitalia, bacteria may enter the skin and cause its inflammation.


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MRSA Staph Infection Pictures

Written by Jan Modric in November 3rd, 2008   Under: Current Health Articles, Infections, Skin, Hair, Nails   Tags: , , ,    

MRSA and “Usual” Staph Aureus Pictures

It’s impossible to say from staph skin infection pictures, if the cause of infection is MRSA (Methicilin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) or an “usual” staph - MSSA (Methicillin Sensitive Staphylococcus Aureus). Even a staph carrier without any symptoms can have MRSA.  Folliculitis, which is usually a mild infection, may also be caused by MRSA or MSSA (folliculitis pictures).

A Boil Caused by MRSA

Picture 1. A boil below the knee, caused by MRSA
(source: phil.cdc.gov)


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