Keep an eye on minor bumps, cuts, scrapes, and redness. If they become infected, see your doctor. [3] X Trustworthy Source Mayo Clinic Educational website from one of the world’s leading hospitals Go to source
Cellulitis can start out as small red bumps. Some areas of the skin may look like a bruise. [5] X Research source
Keep an eye out for carbuncles. Carbuncles are large abscesses that has pus draining from them. [10] X Research source
Take your temperature if you think you might be running a fever. [15] X Research source A fever of 100. 4 or higher is cause for concern. [16] X Research source
Notice the signs that MRSA has spread to the lungs. If the infection is still undetected and left untreated, there is a risk that it can spread to the lungs. Look out for coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. [17] X Research source A high fever and body chills, possibly accompanied by urinary tract infection, are signs that the MRSA has spread to other organs of the body, such as the kidneys and urinary tract. Necrotizing fasciitis is very rare, but not unheard-of. This may manifest as a severe pain in the infected area.
Treatment for community-acquired MRSA is Bactrim and if you are hospitalized it is IV vancomycin.
