What does mrsa look like?
• A sore or skin lesion with symptoms that may include redness, warmth, skin tenderness, painful boils or blisters, pus or drainage.. • They may look like spider bites. • MSRA infected lesions can change from the skin surface to abscesses beneath the skin. Treatment: • Take antibiotics as prescribed, and until completed. The lesion may be cultured for identification of the bacteria and a sensitivity done to determine which medications it will respond to. • Keep all wounds covered. • Wash hands before and after changing bandaids and bandages. • Place soiled dressings and disposable items that have come into contact with infected sites in separate trash bags and close before placing in common garbage. • Change towels and linens daily. • All clothing and linens should be handled separately from that of other household members. Place in separate bag or hamper. • Laundry items with hot water and bleach. Dry on hottest possible settings. • Tell your roommate and close friends so that they ma
