Staph Infections Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
Cause #2: Wounds
If you have a break in the skin, such as a cut or scratch, the bacteria could invade the deeper layers of the skin and possibly the bloodstream. This allows the bacteria to multiply and spread underneath the upper layers of the skin, causing damage. If the wound becomes infected, it becomes the perfect breeding ground for bacteria growth.
This is why wounds should be cleaned as soon as possible to reduce the risk of infection. While the infection is usually minor and localized to the skin, severe cases of staph infection can affect the bones, joints, blood, lungs, heart, and brain, leading to death.
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