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GlossaryStaphylococcus aureus

bacteria causing skin infections and sometimes serious diseases

Staphylococcus aureus, often referred to as S. aureus or Staph aureus, is a type of bacteria commonly found on the skin and in the nasal passages of healthy individuals. While it can be harmless, it is also capable of causing a range of infections, from minor skin conditions like boils and impetigo to more serious infections such as pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and toxic shock syndrome. It is particularly notable for its ability to develop resistance to antibiotics, with Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) being a well-known example.

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research Rosemary Extracts Containing Carnosic Acid and Carnosol Are Potent Quorum Sensing Inhibitors of Staphylococcus Aureus Virulence

44 citations, March 2020 in “Antibiotics”

Rosemary extracts with carnosic acid and carnosol can reduce the harmfulness of Staphylococcus aureus without stopping its growth.

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 Staphylococcus Epidermidis Cicaria, a Novel Strain Derived From the Human Microbiome, and Its Efficacy as a Treatment for Hair Loss

3 citations, August 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual”

A new strain of bacteria from the human skin can help prevent hair loss.

A Potential Predictive Role of the Scalp Microbiome Profiling in Patients with Alopecia Areata: Staphylococcus Caprae, Corynebacterium, and Cutibacterium Species

research A Potential Predictive Role of the Scalp Microbiome Profiling in Patients with Alopecia Areata: Staphylococcus Caprae, Corynebacterium, and Cutibacterium Species

3 citations, April 2022 in “Microorganisms”

People with severe hair loss (Alopecia Areata) have different scalp bacteria than healthy people, which might help predict the condition's progress.

research Staphylococcus Lugdunensis and Trichophyton Tonsurans Infection in Synthetic Hair Implants

3 citations, August 2017 in “PubMed”

A man got a scalp infection from synthetic hair implants because the procedure wasn't done by a doctor and was poorly managed.

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The conversation discusses microneedling for hair regrowth, emphasizing the importance of disinfecting the scalp to avoid infections. It also mentions using minoxidil and castor oil in the treatment routine.