​Staph Infections of the Foot
 
Staphylococcus aureus is a bacteria that is known to cause serious infections. The bacteria are commonly found on the skin or in the nose of even healthy individuals. Most of the time, these bacteria do not cause issues. However, at times, it can enter the body through cracks in the skin or open wounds causing systemic or deep infections.
 
Symptoms of staph infections include redness, swelling, pain, drainage at the wound site. Systemic symptoms of infection include fevers, chills, nausea, vomiting, and low blood pressure. If you have a cut or scrap that you suspect is infected, please see your physician for examination. Treatment of staphylococcus aureus infections involves antibiotics and drainage of the infected area.
 
In recent years, several strains of staphylococcus aureus that are resistant to antibiotics have become more common. These strains are commonly known as Methicillin Resistant Staph Aureus (MRSA). These drug resistant strains make antibiotics less effective, and treatment is more challenging.