As much as possible, try to obtain a prescribed order of antibiotics. Advised her to go to public health clinic. By law, they are obliged to treat anybody; esp students. But if unable to; because of economic reasons, in time the staph infection will go away. The only thing, the infection would take a longer course. And the symptoms will be uncomfortable depending on where the infection is situated. . Normally, our immune system will thwart off infection by the proliferation of T-cells or lymphocytes (in the lver cells.) to stave off the infection with antibodies.
In the American health system, as soon as we are sick, we are given high doses of antibiotics. This compromises the immune system. That eventually, when the stronger strain of the bacteria comes around, the antibiotics become obsolete. Should we been allowed to contract the illness or infection, the body on its own will produce its own antibodies to fight it anyway.
Therefore boosting the immune system is very impt. Take a lot of vitamins and minerals. Vit C is very good for its healing capabilities. Drink plenty of fluids. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Rest and sleep will provide the body opportunities to recharge. Drink a lot of soups or warm fluids. Other than that, take certain simple drugs to counteract or alleviate the specific symptoms.
In other words, if you have fever, take Tylenol, or Motrin. Both are also good for analgesia or as painkillers for any muscles or joints pains or headaches; or even sore throats. For sore throats, suck on throat lozenges. For coughing, take any antitussive meds such as Robitussinor cough drops with honey mentholated eucalyptus. For chest and sinus congestion, take antihistamincs; such as Contact, Benadryl. Niquil, or Theraflu.
I find that the generic brands are just as good as the brand nmes of meds. Read the labels carefully and compare the ingredient. They are just as effective. There is a plethora of meds available OTC now. In my case, because of frequent allergies, I take the flu shots. I also believe ad find that Chlortrimetron 10-12 mgm certain help with the congestion. For any skin staph infection, you can always use creams or ointment to alleviate the symptoms.
Try to stick to good personal hygiene. Washing the hands might stop the spread. Daily baths. Keep the affected areas clean and dry and covered. .
Remember, bacterial nfections can be treated and arrested by antibiotics. Viral infection can't.
As you didn't specify exactly the location of this staph infection; this is all a conjecture on my part.
Conditions known as staph infections are those caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. Many healthy people carry staph bacteria in their noses without getting sick. But when the skin is punctured or broken, staph bacteria can enter the wound and cause infections, which can lead to other health problems.
2007-03-13 06:23:31
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answered by rosieC 7
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Staph is very contagious, and can also be vary hard to get rid of. I have a family member who has been trying to get rid of a staph infection for months, and even the $6,000.00 (yes, that's not a typo!) antibiotic did not work. She is now trying an old homeopathic remedy of 4 teaspoons per day of turmeric in a small glass of water, and pure tea tree oil on the site of infection on the skin. The turmeric is supposedly a blood cleanser, and the tea tree oil is a natural antiseptic. She has not been doing this long enough to know if it works yet, but she decided to try it as a last resort since none of the various antibiotics the doctor prescribed have worked.
2007-03-13 05:55:45
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answered by Anonymous
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Staff can be dangerous and go systemic... Need to see a doctor.. If you have no money try health department or Local Emergency room.
2007-03-13 05:45:24
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answered by double_klicks 4
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She needs the antibiotic. It's very contagious as well. She can call around to walk in clinics and see who will bill her. Places will. If not, she should go to the E.R. It'll cost way more, though, but they have to treat her and bill her.
2007-03-13 05:44:33
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answered by mama 5
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Suitable antibiotics are cloxacillin, methicillin, cephradine, cephalexin, lincomycin. If it is MRSA, she needs to take vancomycin.
2007-03-13 05:51:15
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answered by yakkydoc 6
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Put Atomidine on it. I don't know anything else that can fight staff very well.
2007-03-13 05:44:00
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answered by Anonymous
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