Bactroban to treat mrsa

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Avatar m tn I presented with only one sore at my cheekbone and was given clindamycin orally for 14 days and Bactroban ointment for topical use. The sore was believed to be an early indication of MRSA. I quickly developed cellulitis and swelling near, but not touching, the apparent abscess, as well as blisters in my nose. I used the mupiricin.(Bactroban) to keep the nasal blisters moist. Now diagnosed with post-herpetic neuralgia, but I still have blisters in my nose treating with Bactroban.
974371 tn?1424653129 Ok, another forum ....... A few weeks ago my puppy scratched my arm pretty good. My skin is really thinning the past year ( I am only 62) so she did a number! I immediately cleaned it and had been keeping Neosporin on it. About 2 1/2 weeks later, I saw a small pustule above it and nor on my side just above my bra line. Broke both of those, cleaned the areas and applied Neosporin. Oh the initial scrated was oozing a bit. Next day the one on my arm was filled up again so called my PCP.
Avatar n tn ( Do you know anything that will help me rid myself of this mrsa mess!!! I will be going in to the Dr. tomm to see about bactroban for my nose. I use dial regularly & keep a clean & disinfected home! ***** but I'm not gonna let it ruin my life. I have 3 beautiful sons & a loving Husband. All gifts from God! Any thing you can tell me I would appreciate. Again Thank You for all you do!
Avatar m tn So to be clear you have had your nose tested for the bacteria to check for Staphylococcus aureus or MRSA (resistant Staph)? Have they said you have MRSA as opposed to regular not resistant staph? It sounds like a resistant staph to me. Staph aureus cause boils, furuncles, and folliculitis and other problems. Do you see any scabs or sores on your skin that have a hair growing out of them? So I wonder if you have folliculitis, which is infection of the hair follicle?
Avatar n tn You need to continue to work with your treating physicians to eliminate the MRSA from your body and prevent your family from coming down with it. You should see an ophthalmologist to determine if you have an eye infection. Find one at www.aao.
Avatar m tn I'm not sure I would treat this on your own. But if you are going to try I would use a triple antibiotic it is more broad spectrum than Bactroban. If you do use a steroid, do not cover it (it will cause severe skin problems) however covering antibiotics is not harmful. It is good to look to the reason for the repeated staph infections. Staph aureus is the main cause of boils.
577106 tn?1219839345 In hospitals and care facilities, doctors often rely on the antibiotic vancomycin to treat resistant germs. CA-MRSA may be treated with vancomycin or other antibiotics that have proved effective against particular strains. Ref:http://www.mayoclinic.
Avatar f tn It is called that because this type of Staph is resistant to methicillin plus several other antibiotics. So it is harder to treat because there are less antibiotics available to treat it with. That doesn't mean they don't have any. They have developed other antibiotics to treat it. However, they are stronger antibiotics and can be harder to take. Staph in general (MRSA or not) causes boils, impetigo, furuncles and mostly other skin and wound problems.
616582 tn?1225068601 Perhaps you are allergic to the bactroban (mupirocin) ointmnet. Since you applied it locally to the penis area. Personally, I am allergic to the Bactroban (mupirocin) but not the bactrim. Let me know if you have any more quesitons.
Avatar m tn The ENT who read the CT said I did not need to do anything. I do not think I described by situation to him adequately. I am very sensitive to drugs and I over react to possible side effects. I am not taking and do not take any medications but I was wondering about the Bactraban. The pain is about a 2 or 3 on a 10 scale but enough to keep me up most of the night. I have been to three doctors and a dentist in the past week and I am not clear about what to do.
707563 tn?1626361905 One multidrug resistant bacteria is Staphylococcus aureus. It can become multidrug resistant Staph aureus or (MRSA) and make it difficult to treat. But usually there are a number of antibiotics to treat with . The bigger problem is when they cause recurring infections. Some of these MRSA bacteria "take root" in the area they infected you with and sort of "seed" themselves. You can keep treating it but you really have to stay on top of this if it recurs.
707563 tn?1626361905 One multidrug resistant bacteria is Staphylococcus aureus. It can become multidrug resistant Staph aureus or (MRSA) and make it difficult to treat. But usually there are a number of antibiotics to treat with . The bigger problem is when they cause recurring infections. Some of these MRSA bacteria "take root" in the area they infected you with and sort of "seed" themselves. You can keep treating it but you really have to stay on top of this if it recurs.
Avatar f tn I have had 4 FESS over the years and was just diagnosed with MRSA in my sinuses. My MD started me on Bactrum 800 mg BID for 3 weeks and Bactroban nasal solution. I do sinus washes often and have increased recently. Any other suggestions?
Avatar m tn The doctors informed me that I am a MRSA carrier and I have to take antibiotics a week before and after any surgery. As for why the cysts always get infected, typically when the cyst is located at a high friction area like your groin or hips, it inflames the gland. Hope this helps. As far as preventing them, I haven't found anything that works. The doctor said I'm prone to them and will continue getting them for the rest of my life. It *****, but at least they're not cancerous.
Avatar f tn MRSA or methicilin resistant staph areus is a bacteria that is fairly resistant to many antibiotics. It can be diagnosed with a swab of the affected area (or if it is in the lungs, a sputum sample) and cultured out in a lab. You don't have to have sores on the skin in order for MRSA to be present in the lungs, that much is certain. I am not a doctor, just a former nurse who helped treat people with MRSA in their lungs...
Avatar f tn The more serious MRSA infections, ARE becoming increasingly difficult to treat; however some antibiotics will work. MRSA is a perfect example of what could happen if people incorrectly self presecribe or not take their entire medication; the pathogen will become resistant to our medication for it. See an infectious disease specialist to treat your grandaughter. Also practicse good hygiene and take pre cautions around the house to prevent further outbreaks or of infecting others.
Avatar f tn Hi and sorry you have this problem. It sounds like you have had bad luck with the medical staff. 1. You should get your infection cultured. It is ridiculous the way you were treated in the ER. However, I have been treated that way too so I understand. It may have been a resident or nurse practitioner. I think most likely a resident. They don't have much experience with microbiology and complex problems and just give a quick fix to and emergency and get you out. Why do you need it cultured?
Avatar m tn Also before you switch to a different antibiotic you should have them reculture your MRSA to see what it is sucesseptable to. There are other meds. like IV clindomiacine, or vancomaycine. I hope your not just taking an oral medication, you should have an ontiment, a specail soap. also stop shaving, and if you are on birth control, it is known to cause more sores.
1488562 tn?1288826355 What kind of doctor has been treating you for your infections all summer? It seems to me that a case of MRSA would call for the best antibiotic treatment they can come up with, especially if it is in your lungs. I don't know if a GI will treat it because GI stands for gastro-intestinal, and none of your infections are in that part of the body. You may need an infectious disease doctor.
Avatar f tn re actually dealing with and then how to treat it. Professionals who treat with other modalities are naturopaths, herbalists, etc.
Avatar n tn not finishing antibiotics will only make the MRSA resistant to whatever antibiotic your daughter used! I should know...I have MRSA. If you want more information please feel free to contact me. Best wishes.
Avatar n tn On day 3 of hospital stay, the results came back from a sputum sample pin poinint MRSA. We were required to enter her room with gloves, mask, and gown on any visits. At times a dr would come in, listen to her lungs, without any of the precautions taken. If this is so infectious, then why do some have to "suit up" and other's don't. I can't get a straight answer from anyone. I am worried because I have been feeling very tired lately and have a bit of a cough.
Avatar n tn Also, using a wash containing 1 quart of warm water, 2 tblsp of bleach, and 2 tblsps of salt to wash any active mrsa helps and is useful to clean with around house. Bleach kills live mrsa on contact. I have excellent results in controlling mine with iodized silver, which is simply tiny silver particles suspended in water. Any type of silver kills mrsa naturally especially when taken with garlic and all the fresh garlic you can eat. good luck and hope this helps.