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Will MRSA In Nose Spread Into Blood Stream?

I have been diagnosed with MRSA in my nose. I was on antibiotics with sulfur I believe. The next test still showed signs of the MRSA but lesser than before. I was given a prescription type of bactraban today to see if that helps. I can not take any type of Erythromicin. Should I go to an infectious doctor. ( I was diagnosed by an ENT) Do I have to worry about it spreading into my blood stream.
Thu, 5 Feb 2015
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Hi,
welcome to healthcare magic.
I had gone through your question. I can understand your concern.

Only in sever uncontrolled infection can spread to your blood stream. If you are already on treatment for MRSA nothing to worry, unless your immunity is low.

sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim is effective against MRSA. Your doctor might have given it already.

bactraban is effective topical therapy for MRSA.
You can take a second opinion from Infectious disease specialist.

You will be fine.

Hope i have answered your question. If you you have any questions, I am happy to help you.

Wish you a good health and speedy recovery.

Regards,
Dr.Paparaja S. MBBS, MS
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Will MRSA In Nose Spread Into Blood Stream?

Hi, welcome to healthcare magic. I had gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Only in sever uncontrolled infection can spread to your blood stream. If you are already on treatment for MRSA nothing to worry, unless your immunity is low. sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim is effective against MRSA. Your doctor might have given it already. bactraban is effective topical therapy for MRSA. You can take a second opinion from Infectious disease specialist. You will be fine. Hope i have answered your question. If you you have any questions, I am happy to help you. Wish you a good health and speedy recovery. Regards, Dr.Paparaja S. MBBS, MS