Staph Infection Directory

Medical Reference

• Staph Infections: Symptoms, Stages, Causes, Treatment, Contagiousness

  WebMD explains staph infections of the skin, including symptoms and treatment.

• Cellulitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

  Cellulitis is a common infection of the skin and the soft tissues underneath. WebMD explains causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

• Tea Tree Oil

  Tea tree oil has been used traditionally as a topical antiseptic and antifungal treatment. WebMD explains the scientific evidence for its effectiveness against everything from athlete's foot to MRSA.

• Your Skin and MRSA

  What is methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureaus? Find out more about MRSA and how the infection spreads in the hospital and community.

Features

• Common Problems Patients Face in the Hospital

  Understand your hospital risks and ask these vital questions -- to keep those risks in check.

Video

• Arm Yourself Against MRSA

  MRSA is a type of the common staph aureus bacteria that is resistant to certain antibiotics. Learn how to avoid exposure.

Slideshows & Images

• Slideshow: Childhood Illnesses Every Parent Should Know

  Croup, sore throat, glue ear and Kawasaki disease are among child illnesses parents must know. BootsWebMD has symptoms, pictures, and advice for when to seek medical advice.

• Slideshow: MRSA -- What You Need to Know About This "Superbug"

  What is MRSA? View pictures of the contagious MRSA bacteria and see what a MRSA skin infection looks like.

Quizzes

• Contagious Disease Quiz: Can You Catch It?

  Test your knowledge of contagious diseases with this quiz.

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