MRSA

MRSA - How to Prevent Infections

Overview:

MRSA stands for Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus.

The incidence of community-acquired methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA) infections have increased significantly in recent times. Most of the infections caused by CA-MRSA occur in infants, children and adolescents and about 80% of them are manifested as skin and soft tissue infections.

Skin and soft tissue infections such as pustules, furuncles, boils, "spider bites", abscesses and cellulitis are the usual ways that CA-MRSA present in children. Infections with CA-MRSA may recur and there may be a history of previous boils or abscesses in the child, family members or playmates.

Strategies to prevent MRSA infections:

Handwashing with standard soap or alcohol-based sanitizer
Showering after athletic activities
Avoid sharing personal items (towels, razors, athletic equipment, etc)
Cleanse abrasions properly
Cover infected wounds well

For details click on Germ Prevention Tips.

If you are concerned that your child may have an MRSA infection, please call your Pediatrician or contact our office.