A few Mersa questions (staff infection)?
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It depends on where the MRSA is, if its in a wound, that is contained and covered, it should be ok, just dont touch it. If the MRSA is in his lungs, or sputum, you should stay at least 3 feet away, and better yet, wear a mask around him until the infection is gone. It is treatable in most people, with iv antibiotics. Your child should be able to have a relationship with him- especially after it is treated. Of course, always make sure you wash your hands before and after spending time with him. When your child is a newborn, I wouldn't bring baby around until MRSA is treated tho. People in the hospital (and outside too) have MRSA, and pregnant nurses care for them all the time. You just have to take the appropriate precautions.
He can't---------------dangerous! It has to be under control!
There is a big risk, particularly with you being pregnant. Stay away until Dad is doing better.
I had MRSA. (note the past tense). I was a hospital based paramedic at the time. It was in my leg. It is clear now. It depends on the location of the infection and the systems involved. Please contact your doctor in regard contact with the gentleman involved. As always use Universal Precautions. That means wash hands, clean surfaces, and watch close contact.
Take Care and enjoy your child and family.
Firstly, it depends where the mersa is. Safe bet is try to limit contact with him. Mrsa is spread by contact.
Take the advice of the R.N. ... She is absolutely correct!
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