Signs and Symptoms of Staph Skin Infection

Staph skin infections are caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus. This type of bacteria lives on the skin and manifests itself in a variety of signs and symptoms.

Folliculitis

Folliculitis is a common sign of a staph skin infection, and it usually affects the hair follicles. The symptoms of folliculitis may come in the appearance of red, irritating white head pimples on infected skin, usually in a place that has been recently shaved or vigorously rubbed against clothing (see References below).

Boils

Boils, also known as furuncles, are the most common symptom of a staph skin infection. They usually appear as a red and swollen bump. They are filled with pus and very painful. Boils grow larger until they break open and drain themselves. They are usually found under arms, on the face or inner thighs, although they can appear wherever the staph infection is present on the skin
(see References below).

Impetigo

Impetigo is another sign of a staph skin infection. It usually appears in the form of a blister or a pimple that crusts over and can be spread by scratching the infected area and touching other body parts. Impetigo usually affects the nose, mouth, hands and feet (see References).

Hordeolum

Hordeolum, also known as a stye, is a staph skin infection of the eyelid. It is very painful and may cause a swollen and irritated look around the infected eye area (see References).

Cellulitis

Cellulitis is a symptom of a staph skin infection. It can affect any part of the body, although it is usually found on the legs. The signs of cellulitis appear in the form of painful swelling and irritation of the infected area. The skin may also become uncomfortably warm in a way that might resemble fever or illness (see References).

References

• Staph Infections
• Staph Infection Symptoms