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Hi Anon,
Welcome to EmpowHER. A staph infection is caused by a Staphylococcus (or "staph") bacteria. About 25% of people normally carry staph in the nose, mouth, genitals, and anal area. The foot is also very prone to pick up bacteria from the floor. The infection often begins with a little cut, which gets infected with bacteria. One type of staph infection that involves skin is called cellulitis and affects the skin's deeper layers. It is treatable with antibiotics.
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Daisy
December 12, 2011 - 3:53amThis Comment