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How Does The MRSA Infection Spread?
My sons girlfriend was just diagnosed with Mrsa. She has infection in her breast... They were going to do surgery, but called it off until they get it cleared up. How contagious is it? The doctor said as long as you don t touch it.You cant get it. Is this true?? I thought that it was very contagious
Mon, 15 Sep 2014
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MRSA (methicillin resistant stap aureus) refers to the presence of a bacteria that is resistant to standard antibiotics.
It occurs mainly in persons with a history of frequent antibiotic use though it can also be spread from one person to the other.
There are some persons who have this resistant bacteria and are not aware of it.
As her doctors mentioned, it may be spread by contact with the infected area.
I hope this helps
MRSA (methicillin resistant stap aureus) refers to the presence of a bacteria that is resistant to standard antibiotics.
It occurs mainly in persons with a history of frequent antibiotic use though it can also be spread from one person to the other.
There are some persons who have this resistant bacteria and are not aware of it.
As her doctors mentioned, it may be spread by contact with the infected area.
I hope this helps
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