Features Found in Staphylococci

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.....1. The Carrier State:
• Staphylococcus aureus is not normal flora, but it transiently colonizes the
nasopharynx of up to 30% of the population.
• Colonization can occur in the nasopharynx, skin, and vagina.
• Increased chances of being colonized occur in medical personnel, diabetics, and IV drug users.....

....2. Direct Infection:
• Skin: folliculitis, furuncles, carbuncles, abscesses, cellulitis, and wound
infection.
• Deep Infection: often post trama and/or surgery e.g., osteomyelitis.....

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This document also contians some links to Pitures of Boils, Furuncles and Carbuncles.

Boils And Carbuncles - Quick Reference Guide

Quick Reference Guide - Boils And Carbuncles

With medication advices...Consider using an antibiotic if...

...A boil (furuncle) is an acute infection of a hair follicle, usually by Staphylococcus aureus. Boils arise in hair-bearing sites, particularly where there is friction, occlusion, and perspiration....

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