staph infection from a bruise?
Probably the scar tissue created in this area is the responsible agent. There is impairment of your immune system in this area due to the scarring. Also, there may have been seeding from the surgery to remove the pins, deep osteomyelitis can hide for awhile. Staph can invade your skin at any time, through minute openings. Occasionally, athletes get strep/staph infections following heavy exercise. Staph Infection [posted 1/11/99] Question: Our son has a recurrent staph infection on his legs, which demonstrates some improvement with use of identified antibiotics only to have the staph return after a few weeks. Possible acne condition is suspected along with the recurrent staph. Trying Accutane now – any other suggestions? Answer: Daily washing with betadine or some equivalent surgical scrub solution. Timentin Medication for Staph Infection [posted 12/02/98] Question: I am trying to find information about a medication I am taking through I.V. for a staff infection for about 3 weeks from a
