Care for Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureas (MRSA) at University of Colorado Hospital
Why Choose Treatment for Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureas (MRSA) at University of Colorado Hospital?
The Infectious Disease Group Practice at University of Colorado Hospital is nationally recognized. Our doctors are board-certified and conduct groundbreaking research. In addition, our multidisciplinary care team has experience in diagnosing and managing a wide range of infectious diseases, including MRSA. And we offer patients access to the latest treatments.
What is Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureas (MRSA)
Methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureas (MRSA) is a kind of bacteria that is resistant to common antibiotics such as:
- Methicillin
- Oxacillin
- Penicillin
- Amoxicillin
MRSA is most common in people in hospitals and other health-related facilities who have weakened immune systems. MRSA commonly causes skin infections like boils and pimples. It can cause more serious problems, like infections of the blood stream or surgical area, and pneumonia. There are some antibiotics that work against MRSA. Often, MRSA is misdiagnosed as a spider bite. If you have a wound or sore that is not healing, you should be seen by an infectious disease specialist.