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Staph, Explained. For Everyone.
Plain-English answers about staph and MRSA for families, caregivers, nurses and athletes, sourced to the CDC and published research.
Skin & BoilsWhat Does a Staph Infection Look Like? Pictures and Warning Signs
Boils, crusty sores, pimple-like bumps and spreading redness: how common staph skin infections look, and when to get care.
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Skin & BoilsWhy Do I Keep Getting Boils? What Recurring Boils Can Mean
Repeat boils often trace back to staph you carry, your skin, a health condition or a lookalike problem. Here’s how to sort it out.
Skin & BoilsCellulitis: When a Skin Infection Spreads
Red, warm, swollen skin that keeps spreading can be cellulitis. Here’s what causes it, who’s at risk and when to get help.
Skin & BoilsBoil, Pimple or Cyst? How to Tell the Difference
A pimple starts in a pore, a boil in an infected hair follicle, and a cyst in a sac under the skin. Here’s how to tell them apart.
Skin & BoilsFolliculitis: Staph and Irritated Hair Follicles
Itchy, pimple-like bumps around hairs are often folliculitis. Here’s what causes it, from staph to hot tubs, and what helps.
Skin & BoilsImpetigo: The Staph Skin Infection Common in Kids
Honey-colored crusts around the nose and mouth are the classic sign. Here’s how to spot impetigo and keep it from spreading.
Skin & BoilsShould You Pop a Boil? Why Doctors Say No
Squeezing a boil can spread the infection. Here’s what dermatologists recommend instead, and when to let a doctor drain it.
Skin & BoilsStaph and Eczema: Why Eczema-Prone Skin Is More Vulnerable
Why eczema skin carries more staph, how to spot an infected patch, and the everyday habits that help protect it.
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