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Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterium that is usually found on the skin at any given time. Staph is harmless unless it is colonized. Colonization occurs when the bacteria enters the body and begins to replicate itself. Once colonization occurs, staph seemingly takes on a life of its own and begins feeding on the body. Staph infections then take on the role as a parasite; needing to feed on its host to stay alive. If left untreated, staph can grow exponentially. Staph colonies usually stay together unless the nutrients in its host are depleted. The dangerous aspect of staph, is when it colonizes other parts of the body. In these cases, staph can attach itself to major organs causing havoc in the host's body, possibly leading to death of its host.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 12y agoStaphylococcus aureus is a bacteria which often lives on the skin and in the nose of healthy individuals without causing an infection. However, some people may develop severe staph infections are a result of the bacteria. The infections are most common on the skin, but they can also affect the heart, lungs or urinary tract.
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∙ 9y agoStaphylococcus aureas is one of the most important bacteria that causes disease in humans. It can cause serious infections. It is most often spread by contaminated hands. It can also gain access through damaged skin and mucous membranes.
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∙ 16y agoIn the nasal canal (nose) In the nasal canal (nose)
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∙ 12y agoStaphylococcus aureus enters the body through open wounds or cuts.
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∙ 15y agospread through contact with infected wounds and boils.or skin-on-skin contact wiht somone that has staphylococcus aureus
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∙ 10y agoi dont know, n' haw 2 b cup
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∙ 13y agoStaph or MRSA can weaken the body's immune system and also cause cuts to get infected easier and not heal. It can cause stomach virus's and other types of bacterial growth.
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Is streptococcus aureus enteric?
There is no documentation regarding streptococcus aureus (no italics, non-existant). However, there is the organism Staphylococcus aureus.Enterics are organisms known to exist mainly in the intestinal tract as normal flora, but can invade or cause opportunistic infections in other areas of the human body. These organisms belong to the Enterobacteriaceae spp.Staphylococcus aureus is not considered an enteric organism. This does not mean it can not be found in the intestinal tract, just that it is not commonly found there.
What are the harmful effects of human viruses?
Viruses are parasitic, they can infect plants, animals, and bacteria, and the can cause serious or not too serious diseases.They also infect specific tissue in the human body and cause disturbances in this organ such as flu virus
What does staphylococcus aureus need to thrive?
S. aureus, or a staff infection, usually require dark, damp environments, like most bacteria, to grow and thrive. This is why staff infection almost always occur on areas of the body where lots of sweating occur, they are closed off to the surrounding air (mostly) and are covered, either by another body part or clothing. Good examples would be the webbing between the fingers and toes, genitalia, the lip, nasal tissue or behind the ear.
What kind of viruses infect humans?
Bacteria,fungi,or parasitic worms invade the human body.
What is the maximum temperature you should store the bacteria plates at and why?
It all depends on what you wish to grow. If you want to grow bacteria that like to live on the skin, such as Staphylococcus aureus, then the best temperature is below normal body temperature or 86 to 95 Degrees Fahrenheit (30 to 35 Degrees Celsius). If you are interested in E.coli, then the temperature would be body temperature 95 to 98.6 Degrees Fahrenheit (35 to 37 Degrees Celsius). These do not grow well above or below these temperatures.
Does the human body carry staph?
Yes, various staphylococcus bacteria are often found on humans. For example, Staphylococcus aureus is a frequent inhabitant of the nose and skin.
Which type of infection of the human body can most likely be treated with an antibiotic?
The majority of infections can be treated with antibiotics, however, there are a few strains of antibiotic-resistent super bugs, such as MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) and VRSA (Vancomycin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus.)
How long does staphylococcus aureus live outside the body?
I am not sure how long it will live outside the body, but this does not necessarily matter as many people are carriers.
Is streptococcus aureus enteric?
There is no documentation regarding streptococcus aureus (no italics, non-existant). However, there is the organism Staphylococcus aureus.Enterics are organisms known to exist mainly in the intestinal tract as normal flora, but can invade or cause opportunistic infections in other areas of the human body. These organisms belong to the Enterobacteriaceae spp.Staphylococcus aureus is not considered an enteric organism. This does not mean it can not be found in the intestinal tract, just that it is not commonly found there.
What modes could viruses and bactaria infect the human body?
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How can staphylococcus aureus be a risk in food business where there is open or hand packed food?
Staph. is a bacteria present on everyone's body, and on the surface of some meats. Failure to properly clean hands and utensils, or to refrigerate meats, or to thoroughly cook them, can allow the bacteria to propagate and grow. Salmonella is more of a risk in food preparation as it is present not only in or on meats, but dairy and vegetables as well. Sneeze shields should also be provided on heating/cooling tables where foods may be left for extended periods for serving purposes. Covers should be on every food container at prep stations when not in use.
What causes SSSS?
SSSS is caused by a type of bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus. While the bacteria itself is not spread throughout the body, it affects all of the skin by sending this toxin through the bloodstream.
Is toxic shock syndrome a bacterial infection?
Yes, Toxic Shock syndrome (TSS) is a bacterial infection where certain bacteria release toxins into the body. The bacteria responsible are staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyogenes.
What causes toxic shock syndrom?
Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is caused by staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyogenes bacteria that multiply and can start to produce toxins that can enter the body and overwhelm the immune system within those lacking immunity or with compromised immune systems. This will occur when bacteria are allowed to multiply within the body or within a wound on the body.
Where do viruses hide inside the human body?
They are not playing hide and seek game.They infect the human cells to spread themselves. This cause disease in human.
What are the harmful effects of human viruses?
Viruses are parasitic, they can infect plants, animals, and bacteria, and the can cause serious or not too serious diseases.They also infect specific tissue in the human body and cause disturbances in this organ such as flu virus
What tissue of the body does rabies infect?
Rabies causes inflammation of the brain in human
