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GlossaryMethicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus

bacteria resistant to many antibiotics, including methicillin (MRSA)

Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) is a type of bacteria that has developed resistance to many antibiotics, including methicillin. This makes infections caused by MRSA more difficult to treat and can lead to more severe health issues, particularly in hospital settings where patients may have weakened immune systems.

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research Community-Associated Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus Skin and Soft Tissue Infections

18 citations , November 2008 in “Disease-a-Month”

A common cause of skin infections in the U.S. is a strain of bacteria resistant to certain antibiotics, and prevention focuses on cleanliness and avoiding close contact.

research Opportunities for Topical Antimicrobial Therapy: Permeation of Canine Skin by Fusidic Acid

13 citations , November 2017 in “BMC Veterinary Research”

Fusidic acid can be an effective topical treatment for superficial bacterial infections in dogs.

research Diagnosis

October 2004 in “Emergency Medicine News”

Carbuncles and other skin infections need specific treatments, and preventing nasal colonization can stop recurring infections.

research Diagnosis and Treatment of Staphylococcus Aureus Infections of the Skin and Mucous Membranes

18 citations , October 2011 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Accurate diagnosis and combined antibiotic treatment are crucial for Staphylococcus aureus skin infections.

research Hair Restoration in the Age of MRSA

2 citations , July 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international”

MRSA infections can occur in hair transplant surgeries, so it's important to test for it before treatment, keep everything clean, and follow treatment based on test results.

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