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GlossaryStaphylococcus aureus (Staph infection)

bacteria causing skin infections and sometimes serious diseases

Staphylococcus aureus, often referred to as S. aureus or Staph aureus, is a type of bacteria commonly found on the skin and in the nasal passages of healthy individuals. While it can be harmless, it is also capable of causing a range of infections, from minor skin conditions like boils and impetigo to more serious infections such as pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and toxic shock syndrome. It is particularly notable for its ability to develop resistance to antibiotics, with Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) being a well-known example.

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research Community-Associated Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus Skin and Soft Tissue Infections

18 citations , November 2008 in “Disease-a-Month”

A common cause of skin infections in the U.S. is a strain of bacteria resistant to certain antibiotics, and prevention focuses on cleanliness and avoiding close contact.

research Diagnosis and Treatment of Demodicosis with Secondary Bacterial Infection in a Pug: A Case Presentation

May 2020 in “International journal of current microbiology and applied sciences”

A Pug with skin issues was successfully treated for mite and bacterial infections.

research Cutaneous Manifestations of Systemic Infection in Children

May 1993 in “Current problems in dermatology”

Skin symptoms are important for diagnosing infections in children.

research Opportunities for Topical Antimicrobial Therapy: Permeation of Canine Skin by Fusidic Acid

13 citations , November 2017 in “BMC Veterinary Research”

Fusidic acid can be an effective topical treatment for superficial bacterial infections in dogs.

research Diagnosis

October 2004 in “Emergency Medicine News”

Carbuncles and other skin infections need specific treatments, and preventing nasal colonization can stop recurring infections.

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community Infection from micro needling even with medicated shampoos and sanitation

in Microneedling 4 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses scalp itching and tenderness after microneedling, despite using medicated shampoos and proper sanitation. The user plans to see a dermatologist and is concerned about possible infection or allergic reaction.

community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?

in Microneedling 1 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.

community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

in Research/Science 411 upvotes 8 months ago

Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

community Why hasn’t anyone made a "DHT sponge" biologic yet???

in Research/Science 45 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation discusses the potential for developing a biologic "DHT sponge" to neutralize DHT in the bloodstream as a treatment for hair loss, suggesting it could be more targeted and have fewer side effects than current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Concerns include the complexity, cost, and potential side effects of such a treatment, as well as skepticism about its feasibility and market interest.

community Recent recipient of a 5000 graft hair transplant in Istanbul….

in Transplants 245 upvotes 1 year ago

A user underwent a 5000 graft hair transplant in Istanbul, which included 900 beard grafts, after previously using finasteride with limited success. The procedure cost £4500, including transport and aftercare in both Istanbul and the UK.

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