All articles tagged with #staph infection
Ben Askren, former UFC and MMA champion, is in critical condition in the hospital due to a severe staph infection and pneumonia, with his family requesting prayers for his recovery.
Chicago Bears great Steve McMichael, who has been hospitalized since Thursday with a staph infection, is improving and his family hopes to have him home early this week. The 66-year-old, who was recently voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, has been battling ALS for the past three years. His wife, Misty McMichael, expressed gratitude for the support and described him as "one tough guy."
A 14-year-old Fargo teen, Ciara Hibl, is battling toxic shock syndrome, a life-threatening complication of a staph infection, and her mother has launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover medical expenses. Initially thought to be the flu, Ciara was airlifted to the University of Minnesota for surgery and her mother, Jessica Hibl, is seeking financial assistance as she cares for her daughter. Toxic shock syndrome can result from staph or strep infections and requires immediate medical attention, with 248 cases reported in the U.S. in 2020.
A TikTok user known as @imlesbianflavored shared her experience of contracting a staph infection after popping a pimple on her face. She warned her followers not to pop their pimples, especially in the "triangle of death" area, which extends from the bridge of the nose to the corners of the mouth. This region contains blood vessels that lead directly to the brain, and an infection in this area could potentially cause serious symptoms like a stroke. Staph infections can be dangerous if the bacteria enters the bloodstream, joints, bones, lungs, or heart. Mayo Clinic recommends precautions such as regularly washing hands, covering and cleaning wounds, changing tampons frequently, avoiding sharing personal items, and practicing proper food hygiene to lower the risk of staph infections.
A TikTok content creator, known as @imlesbianflavored, issued a warning about the dangers of popping pimples after she developed a Staph infection from picking at a zit. In a viral video, she shared her experience and cautioned others to avoid touching their pimples, as the infection can spread to the bloodstream and cause serious health problems. The video garnered over 2.1 million views, with many viewers sharing their own stories and expressing shock. Staph infections can occur on the skin, chest, bones, lungs, heart, and bloodstream, and can lead to complications if not treated properly.
A TikTok creator from Louisiana is warning against popping pimples on the face after contracting a staph infection. The creator shared a video showing the consequences of popping a pimple on their upper lip, which resulted in a swollen face and a visit to the doctor confirming the infection. The area where the pimple was located is known as the "triangle of death," which is prone to infections that can spread quickly. Dermatologists recommend using hydrocolloid patches or spot treatments instead of popping pimples to avoid infections.
A TikTok creator from Louisiana is warning against popping pimples on the face after contracting a staph infection. The creator shared a video showing the consequences of popping a pimple on their upper lip, which resulted in a swollen face and a visit to the doctor confirming the infection. The area where the pimple was located is known as the "triangle of death," which is prone to infections that can spread quickly. Dermatologists recommend using hydrocolloid patches or spot treatments instead of popping pimples to avoid infections.
Over 100 participants in a Tough Mudder challenge near San Francisco reported contracting bacterial infections, including rashes, fevers, and muscle pains. The Sonoma County Department of Health Services issued a health advisory after receiving multiple reports of symptoms such as vomiting and fever. While some symptoms may be indicative of a minor illness called Swimmers' Itch, they could also indicate more serious bacterial infections like Staph or Aeromonas. Tough Mudder is currently investigating the situation and working with health authorities. Participants have criticized the company for not informing them about previous complaints of similar symptoms after last year's event.
Steve Rice, a man from South Carolina, had to have his leg amputated after a small wound on his foot led to a staph infection that progressed to sepsis. Rice's behavior changed, and he was eventually placed in a medically-induced coma. Doctors discovered the infection and amputated his leg. Rice now feels a responsibility to spread awareness about sepsis and its signs. The CDC says signs and symptoms of sepsis include high heart rate, confusion, extreme pain, fever, shortness of breath, and clammy or sweaty skin.