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Diagnosis of MRSA infections is usually
done while actually treating the condition. Treatment
includes incision and drainage of a suspected MRSA abscess.
A sample of the purulent discharge, a.k.a. pus, is sent to the
lab for a C & S. This is a culture and sensitivity.
The lab grows the sample, and tests its resistance to small
samples of commonly used antibiotics. This C & S test takes
approximately 48 hrs to complete. Because of the virulent nature
of MRSA, treatment with antibiotics begins before the C
& S returns
* If you suspect you might have
MRSA, immediate attention or evaluation by a licenses health
care professional is recommended. This site is not intended to
diagnose or treat MRSA, and is strictly a informational site. We
are not liable for outcomes of infections from people that fail
to seek out the appropriate medication attention and treatment
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