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How To Test For MRSA?

In 2005 I acquired an MRSA bacteria. I was successfully treated with an antibiotic and no longer have this infection. Whenever I visit a hospital or surgery center I am treated as if I had MRSA because I have not tested negative for MRSA. What is necessary for me to do so that I can document that I am free of MRSA to the medical community? I have had one nasal test that was negative 3 weeks ago. Do I need another such test to confirm? I am a paraplegic person who lives in St. Paul, MN and I go to Abbot Northwestern Hospital for my care.
Mon, 4 May 2015
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Hello dear,

Thank you for your contact to health care magic.

I read and understand your concern.

I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.

If you detected as if you have MRSA than everyone will treat you as you are a carrier for the MRSA.

Nasal test after three weeks suggest you are free from the MRSA but you should keep a document stating that you are free from the MRSA.

Otherwise every time they treat you as if you are having MRSA and give you vigorous treatment.

Please maintian good hygiene and clean practice in daily living this will keep you away from the MRSA and other such bugs.

Good hand washing practice is the key for prevention of all the infection. So adopting this practice can benefit you.

I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.

Thank you,
Dr Arun Tank
Infectious diseases specialist,
HCM.
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How To Test For MRSA?

Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to health care magic. I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern. If you detected as if you have MRSA than everyone will treat you as you are a carrier for the MRSA. Nasal test after three weeks suggest you are free from the MRSA but you should keep a document stating that you are free from the MRSA. Otherwise every time they treat you as if you are having MRSA and give you vigorous treatment. Please maintian good hygiene and clean practice in daily living this will keep you away from the MRSA and other such bugs. Good hand washing practice is the key for prevention of all the infection. So adopting this practice can benefit you. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun. Thank you, Dr Arun Tank Infectious diseases specialist, HCM.