Staphylococcus and Streptococcus cause many different types of skin infections, many of which occur when bacteria breach the skin barrier through a cut or wound. S. aureus are frequently associated wi...Staphylococcus and Streptococcus cause many different types of skin infections, many of which occur when bacteria breach the skin barrier through a cut or wound. S. aureus are frequently associated with purulent skin infections that manifest as folliculitis, furuncles, or carbuncles. S. aureus is also a leading cause of staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS). S. aureus is generally drug resistant and current MRSA strains are resistant to a wide range of antibiotics.
This page provides a comprehensive overview of various dermatologic conditions, focusing on their pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostic tests, nursing care, and medical tr...This page provides a comprehensive overview of various dermatologic conditions, focusing on their pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostic tests, nursing care, and medical treatments. Topics include common conditions like contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, pruritus, acne, bacterial, viral, and fungal skin infections, as well as benign and malignant tumors.
