
My Husband Is Treated For Staphylococcus Epidermidis . Our First

Question: My husband is treated for Staphylococcus epidermidis. Our first grandchild is being born later this week. Are there precautions we should be taking to protect a newborn; is it safe for us to visit?
Brief Answer:
No, not recommended to visit for now
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir/Ma'am,
I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns...
Unfortunately, Staph active infection is highly contagious. I would recommend that you postpone this visit until full recovery.
I hope you find this helpful
Let me know if I can assist you further.
No, not recommended to visit for now
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir/Ma'am,
I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns...
Unfortunately, Staph active infection is highly contagious. I would recommend that you postpone this visit until full recovery.
I hope you find this helpful
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee


How do we ascertain when there has been a full recovery?
Brief Answer:
When symptoms subside
Detailed Answer:
Hello again dear.
You will know that full recovery occurred when all symptoms (redness, swelling, itching, pus formation ) subsides.
I hope you find this helpful
When symptoms subside
Detailed Answer:
Hello again dear.
You will know that full recovery occurred when all symptoms (redness, swelling, itching, pus formation ) subsides.
I hope you find this helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee

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