contaminated hands. While the skin and mucous membranes typically guard the body against the dangers of staph, if breached it can cause infections to the bloodstream or tissues. People with compromised immune systems or who have invasive medical devices are especially vulnerable to this infection.
Duration
Some people live with this bacteria colonized on their skin and never get an infection. These infections can take days and even years to fully develop. Many of the skin infections you can get from a staph infection don’t require medical attention and will heal within weeks. However, some require incisions, antibiotics or maybe even draining of the areas affected which may take longer than a few weeks.
How to Prevent Staph Infections
1. Wash your hands briskly for at least 20 seconds and dry them thoroughly with a disposable towel. If possible, use another clean towel to turn the faucet off and turn the door handle. Staph can live in very extreme environments. Safeguard yourself while you’re out in the public and at home. If you’re unable to wash your hands in a sink, hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol is okay to use.
2. Keep your open wounds covered. Always use clean, sterile and dry bandages on your wounds. Keep them covered until they heal because infected sores contain staph bacteria. The puss inside of