Why does methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) occur in athletes?
Many risk factors for MRSA infections have been identified. While these are not specific to athletic populations, athletes may encounter them more frequently than the general population. Among these risk factors, skin abrasions and the sharing of training equipment or personal hygiene items are commonly identified as potential risks for developing MRSA infections in athletes. advertisement Should athletes with MRSA skin infections be excluded from participation? Athletes with MRSA skin infections need to be treated promptly. Exclusion from participation depends on the severity of the infection and the specific sport. Athletes with systemic symptoms (fever and chills) and evidence of spreading infection (cellulitis) should be restricted from activity. Athletes without systemic symptoms may be able to participate in athletics but are typically handled on a case-by-case basis. Also, specific sports such as wrestling preclude participation with open wounds. Which athletes are most at risk
Many risk factors for MRSA infections have been identified. While these are not specific to athletic populations, athletes may encounter them more frequently than the general population. Among these risk factors, skin abrasions and the sharing of training equipment or personal hygiene items are commonly identified as potential risks for developing MRSA infections in athletes.
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