Posted in Category : Common Ailments | May 21, 2009

Resistant Staphylococcus Infection

A resistant staph infection is one that has the capacity to resist certain types of antibiotics. These could be a number of antibiotics, ranging from penicillin and amoxicillin to methicillin and oxacillin. Under most normal circumstances, a resistant staph infection refers to an infection that is resistant to methicillin. This is also commonly known as Methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). One of the commonest ways to pick up this kind of a staphylococcus infection is from facilities such as hospitals and dialysis centers. It is also good to be aware that you could pick up this type of an infection if you have a particularly weak immune system. One of the most important things you should be doing to take care of your infection is to start working n improving your immunity. For this purpose, you can start taking a daily dosage of Indian gooseberry, which is nature’s richest source of vitamin C. Vitamin C is the nutrient that needs to be supplied to your body in large doses if you have to increase your immunity. This product is available in stores that sell natural or organic goods almost all over the world. If you can find this fruit fresh, this will be even better. However, please note that the pill form works just as well and effectively. You would need to take it for at least a month before you can see any positive changes. In any case, that is also the amount of time it would take for any other kind of treatment to start working on you. This is because antibiotics are now no longer going to be of any use.

Meanwhile, you can use hot water compresses to burst the boils that have developed as a result of your infection. This will take time, so you need to always keep that in mind. Once they have burst, an application of a powdered mix of turmeric powder and lime will help to ease and heal the open lacerations. If you cannot find lime, use plain chalk powder. Unorthodox though this method is, it is extremely helpful in resolving any open wounds. Lime is one of nature’s quickest and most effective healing agents. In order to find relief from any burning or soothing sensation that could possibly accompany your boils, you can also keep handy a paste made with sandalwood powder and fresh yogurt. This can be dabbed on frequently during the day for relief.

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