What does SSTI mean in HUMAN GENOME

Common causes of SSTIs include Staph aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, Candida albicans, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Proteus mirabilis. These bacteria or fungi often enter the skin through small cuts or puncture wounds that are not cleaned properly.

The most common symptom is pain in the area around the infection. Other signs may include redness, swelling, warmth at the site of infection, fever, chills and pus-filled blisters that may break open and drain pus.

Treatment usually involves antibiotics taken orally or intravenously depending on severity of infection as well as cleaning of any open wounds to prevent further infection. In more severe cases surgery may be necessary to remove damaged tissue affected by SSTI.

If you experience any signs such as pain, redness and swelling in any area of your body it's important to seek medical attention right away so that treatment can begin before an infection has time to worsen or spread to other areas. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is key for preventing further complications from an SSTI.

Yes! It's important to keep cuts clean with antiseptic solutions such as hydrogen peroxide or iodine solution until fully healed; practice safe sex; practice good hygiene such as showering after exercise; avoid contact with people who have active infections; keep your skin moisturized; discontinue use of contaminated shaving tools such as razor blades; avoid sharing personal items like towels; wear protective clothing when doing activities that could involve exposure to contaminated environments such as swimming pools or hot tubs; take extra care when handling animals; and monitor changes in your skin like moles changing color which could indicate something more serious.