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Update on my MRSA in mouth
Posted by Kim |
Last Reply August 23, 2009
at 02:44
Started May 16, 2009 at 06:36 |
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HI ladyk I just found out today the MRSA has infected my jaw bone. I feel as if I have been given the run around. I had a CAT scan and it showed osteomyelitis. Should I be terrified? I am on doxycyline and bactrim. The doctor is also sending me for another type scan on tuesday. I have already had all the teeth in the upper right side removed and they were all loose anyway, which they attribute to the MRSA. Please keep me in you prayers. Thanks you for everything Kim |
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Bactrim is not working ! Is there something ?
Posted by Sally |
Last Reply August 19, 2009
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Started August 15, 2009 at 06:49 |
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I have been dealing with an infection since July 2 , 2009 started off as a pimple. Turned bigger like a spider bite nice and round. Then would on my chin started oozing clear fluid, giving me cellulitis. Went to hospital nobody cultured it. Sent me home from hospital giving me medication that never would have worked because I was resistant to it. I found out two weeks later that I had MRSA by following up with a dermatologist. Now after four weeks later no medication has helped not Batrim 800 mg twice a day. The doctor says I need surgery to cut it out. One plastic surgeon does not want to cut open my face in fear it will spread to other tissue and he said it was not angry enough. NOW WHAT NO MEDICATION AND NO SURGERY ! Still in pain could it spread to blood. Have some sort of nose and throat drainage. Cannot urinate right is this all MRSA as well ! UGHHH |
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Bactrim side effects
Posted by Robert AZ |
Last Reply August 18, 2009
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Started August 18, 2009 at 16:48 |
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I have have been off Bactrim for 4 weeks and I know about feeling tired, but after doing very little walking I am out of breath? Is this normal? If so how much longer will this condition last?. Any info on this would be appreciated. Thanks. Robert |
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Daughters best friend has MRSA
Posted by Concern Mom |
Last Reply August 16, 2009
at 12:57
Started March 5, 2009 at 15:55 |
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Hi, just yesterday my daughter told me that her friend has MRSA. The found out yesterday. Her face is swollen to the point she is almost not recoginizable(started with a large bump on forehead) and also has bumps on her buttock. I am not sure how long this has been going on but an concerned for my daughter as well as other kids in the school. I love her friend like a child and would talk to her parents but unfortunately this would not help. :( I have told her not to share any thing with her and to wash her hands often as the her friend is returning to school today. What else do I need to do to protect her? Is it safe for her to return to school? I know that she is on antibotics that she take 9 times a day (do not know what though) Thank you for any help as I want to educate myself on this subject. |
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Sharp pain from Zyvox
Posted by Tana |
Last Reply August 15, 2009
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Started August 11, 2009 at 03:34 |
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Went to Urgent Care at Hospital on Sunday because one day after starting my Zyvox I started getting slight sharp pain in abdomen and did not think much about it. As the week continued it got worse until the 5th day on med I was doubling over with really sharp pain that kept me up almost all night. When I did finally fall asleep the pain woke me up again. It felt like something tearing and or stabbing pains.Well after Xray bloodwork and urine test Doc said it was a side effect from the drug.I guess I have to live with it because its the only oral antibiotic I can take. |
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Throat Culture
Posted by sonomommy |
Last Reply August 14, 2009
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Started August 12, 2009 at 04:15 |
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My 5yr old has had multiple bouts with ear infections and strep over the last year. Her adenoids were removed two years ago because of their size. In preparation for a tonsilectomy later this month her ENT did a throat culture. It came back MRSA. First question- is this a new infection? She has had cultures done in the past that indicated strep. Would these cultures not have indicated the MRSA as well if it were present? Secondly- in that she has no skin lesions, no symptoms and no other signs of infection what precautions should we be taking? We have two other children that I want to protect as well as do what is best for her. Is there a possibility that she is just a carrier and that this was an incidental finding? Finally- The ENT has put her on Septra but I don't even know if sensitivity testing was done in the lab. Do we wait the ten days for another culture or do we jump ahead to seek the care of a specialist? I haven't yet figured out wether or not to l... read more |
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Going on 2 yrs with STAPH..need remedy
Posted by Ryan |
Last Reply August 10, 2009
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Started March 31, 2009 at 06:54 |
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Hello everyone, I've had staph for 2 yrs. I went to the doctor and got it cultured. The results came back negative for MRSA, however, I've been on multiple cyles of antibiotics and nothing the boils keep coming back. My last doctor was so sure that his antibiotics would work, he even gauranteed the recovery. What a joke! They came back within 2 weeks. I've read and read on this site for a cure and I seem to only come across advertisements for products. Can someone give me some straight advice on how to erradicate this pest? I don't have insurance and it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time and patience, Ryan |
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Feet
Posted by Robert AZ |
Last Reply August 3, 2009
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Started August 3, 2009 at 01:12 |
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Hi had surgery June 16 and by July 4th I got real sick, so at the emergency Hospital I was tested and found out that I had a staf infection. Then a stay at this Hospital for 7 days I was told that it was mrsa. I had Daptomycin for week then Bactrim for another week. My question. My toe hurts like a burn, same toe on the other foot! I check my feet after each shower and all I see is some flaky skin on one toe and nothing on the other toe? I have a bad feeling that it could be MRSA. Question, is there anything I can put on my toes? thanks |
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Exudate?
Posted by Stephanie U. |
Last Reply August 3, 2009
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Started August 1, 2009 at 18:22 |
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Has anyone seen or heard of exudate on an MRSA wound? Today, when trying to pack and dress my wound (packing for the first time-) I noticed green stuff that looked like mold in the corner of my wound! Today is the first time I've looked at it, unpacked and open, because I was just too chicken before. I called my surgeon's office, and another surgeon was on call, and said this was exudate, and was normal. Here is my question: My surgeon, on Friday, told me to put saline on the gauze that I am to pack with, before putting it directly on the wound, then cover as usual. Today's surgeon said he wouldn't put saline on it; he'd pack it dry, because he says it will heal faster that way. Any suggestions? |
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MRSA on ear and neck
Posted by Jason |
Last Reply August 3, 2009
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Started August 2, 2009 at 06:03 |
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Over the past 2 weeks, my earlobe slowly started swelling. Yesterday morning, it finally started hurting and the swelling area grew quickly from my earlobe to the back of my ear and my neck. I went to the walk-in clinic immediately where the doctor swabbed the pus coming out the back of my ear. He assumed it is MRSA until the test results come back and he gave me a prescription for Bactrim and told me to use Hibiclens, both of which I started using last night. The swelling has slowed, but it is still getting larger and I can't bend over without excruciating pain in my ear, I guess from the blood rushing to my head. Should I go back to the doctor or give the Bactrim more time to start working? I don't want to wait until it's too late! |
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Antibacteial Hand Wipes
Posted by Kim Kitty |
Last Reply July 28, 2009
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Started July 28, 2009 at 11:17 |
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I would like to know if hand/face wipes that advertize Kills 99.9% of germs on their label kill MRSA? In particular Germ-X makes one "For Home Health Care" the label says. Ingredients of all the antibacterial wipes are mainly the same--(benzalkonium chloride) Note to ladyk-Thanks for all your forthcoming knowledge on this board. |
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MRSA and gallbladder.
Posted by Janet G |
Last Reply July 26, 2009
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Started July 24, 2009 at 04:20 |
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My experience with MRSA started in May of 2008, after a small medical procedure, I have been in and out of the hospital 8 times for extremely painful boil drainage, fevers, flu like symptoms and IV antibiotics.My flare ups seem to happen every 8 to 12 weeks.I have noticed that now every time I do get these they seem to be getting more aggressive, and by that I mean that when I get the boils they get bad really fast! Nothing is working for me, I have the body wash (Stanhexidine)prescribed from the doc, antibiotic nasal spray, creams and ointments, I am even putting a little bit of bleach in my bath water everytime I bathe. I have seen two ID docs and they both have told me that mine is coming from inside somewhere,they are thinking that it may be located in my gallbladder. I was just in hospital three weeks ago for a bad infection on my face (MRSA), they did an ultrasound on my gallbladder and it showed that I had sludge in it,and inflammation, my blood tests showed elevated liver en... read more |
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Is it cureable?
Posted by Chris |
Last Reply July 26, 2009
Started July 25, 2009 at 05:33 |
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I got MRSA last football season. I was told by a friend who got a while ago that once you get it, it never leaves your blood stream, or at least the whole thing doesnt. I doctor also said that to me and a bunch of other people told me that. Is this true, cause if so, the next I get an infection, it might get real ugly. Im only 16 by the way. Give me your thoughts. |
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FUTURE ATTACKS ????
Posted by Amy |
Last Reply July 23, 2009
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Started July 21, 2009 at 22:10 |
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Hi,,I was recently diagnosed with MRSA 3-4 weeks after spinal surgery..Needless to say, I was shocked and scared to death..The MRSA was found on a surface surgical incision site and now that I am on DS Bactrim 2x/day, the infection seems to be healing..I have many questions about the future, probably they can't be answered but I'll give it a try..I've learned more than I ever want to know about MRSA and unfortunately know that it cannot be "cured" or completely eliminated.. For example, say I come down with pneumonia, will this now be a MRSA pneumonia??? Also since I had surgery I also wonder if the MRSA migrated to my surgical hardware??? I intend on taking all precautions with cleaning, etc and being vigilant about everything..I am seeing an Inf. Disease specialist next Friday..This is a great site..Thanks for any help you can provide...Amy |
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New ?'s Sensitivity Report: staph or mrsa
Posted by Natalie |
Last Reply July 21, 2009
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Started July 8, 2009 at 04:01 |
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I have several questions and many concerns. I have spent over a month reading through posts and comments here. My family has recently been attacked by boils, which I immediately suspected and feared could be mrsa. I had never heard of this before and was terrified by the stories. My experience with the doctors & hospital are similar, basically I&D and sent home with antibiotic bactrim. No words or warnings of the seriousness and blatant "eye rolling" when I expressed fear. The first three visits no cultures or testing. The doctors and nurses didn't take careful precautions and did not express that I should take special care of wounds or home environment. Of course because of the forum, I quickly have found an arsenal of information. Thank you all. On my 4th trip with the 3rd child to become infected and a 3rd hospital I demanded a culture. These are my results; Gram strain results; gram strain 7/02/09 lathd moderate polymorphonuclear wbc many gra... read more |
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needed a break well still on it
Posted by workinprogress |
Last Reply July 21, 2009
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Started June 19, 2009 at 22:43 |
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sorry havent been around In a while I just havent been in good health just feel like crap and just really dont want to deal with the whole someone gave me a death sentence thing anymore lately even though I know It is a reality its just sometimes that I just need to I dont know not deal with right now I cant sleep I feel like crap have a hard time breathing and just dont give a dam at the moment sorry workinprogress Ill be back when I quit feeling sorry for myself |
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My Brother is Exposing Us
Posted by Suz |
Last Reply July 18, 2009
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Started January 16, 2009 at 14:53 |
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Recently my brother came in to my mom's home, where I also reside and told us that he had a staph infection. When asked if it was MRSA he denied it. Even lied about it. When asked to produce the hospital paperwork for treatment to prove it, his wife gave it to us. MRSA. I advised him it was not a good idea to expose our elderly mother to this deadly contagious infection to no avail. He simply does not care who he exposes, including his grandchild by marriage who is constantly in his presence. My mom won't turn him away while he is in any need either. So, I am stuck with constant and repeated exposure. Normally, I would just leave, but in this economy I am unemployed as well. I fear all open sores, cuts, bruises, etc... and last night I felt a near panic when a zit showed up on my face... Is there a simple, non-expensive test to see if my exposure has left me with this dreaded infection? Is his terrible cough possibly infected too? Is it airborne? Is his using the f... read more |
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Causes of CA-MRSA??
Posted by Humility |
Last Reply July 17, 2009
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Started July 17, 2009 at 04:36 |
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Hi I have to research CA-MRSA for my work at a TV station. First of all I want to express my deepest sympathy and send my prayers to all of you living with this horrible disease -- either directly or in your loved ones. Reading through these forums has been eye opening and I'm so shocked and saddened to see the effects both HA and CA have been having on your lives. I have some questions: How did you acquire CA-MRSA? What is the difference between the different types of CA-MRSA? What is the general belief on the route cause of CA-MRSA? What kind of linkage have your heard of relative to to a) livestock (which are fed 70% of antibiotics in the US) and b) meat and c) driving along livestock transportation routes. Is it possible to get over it? What are likely affects of MRSA? How do you get over it? how long does it take? How much does it cost? Thank you very much for your time and attention! You are in my prayers! |
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HOW LONG DOES MRSA SORE LAST
Posted by MARGIE |
Last Reply July 17, 2009
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Started July 16, 2009 at 20:18 |
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MY HUSBAND WAS INFECTED 9 DAYS AGO AND PUT ON A GENERAL ANTIBIOTIC UNTIL THE CULTURE CAME BACK FOR MRSA. WE GOT THE NEWS TODAY THAT IT IS POSITIVE SO NOW HAS BEEN PUT ON A BACTRIM GENERIC CALLED SULFAMETH/TRIMETHOPRIM. ANY OPINIONS ON THIS MEDICATION? ALSO, SINCE WE HAVE NEVER SEEN THIS BEFORE, HOW LONG WILL IT BE FOR HIS FINGER TO BE HEALED AND READY FOR USE AGAIN? THANKS, MARGIE |
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New to MRSA
Posted by Robert |
Last Reply July 14, 2009
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Started July 14, 2009 at 02:23 |
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Hi, I am a male age 62 from Arizona. I had surgery last month for ahousadn penial implant as I had prostate cancer in 2001. After surgery about 3 weeks I noticed liquid draining from my scrotum! So back to the Dr A culture showed that it was MRSA. I had a stay in the hospital for 7 days then sent home to do my own treatment with Daptomycin. My question is MRSA cureable? Also what precautions should I take at home with my wife? I use a seperate bath room. Wash my hands a least a thousand time aday. I will pray for all. Thanks Robert |
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