# I got MRSA **URL:** \ **Category:** The Quarantine Zone\ **Tags:** covid-quarantine\ **Created:** [September 15, 2021, 10:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723 "2021-09-15T22:28:36Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 3
**Author:** ![Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bosda_di_chi_of_tricor/32/16845_2.png) [@Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bosda_Di_Chi_of_Tricor)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 4:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/41 "2021-09-20T16:58:39Z")
Possible opportunistic Yeast infection. But otherwise–light at the end of the tunnel? Orders to leave it un-bandaged, for a while. Antifungal scrip. We shall see. ---
**Author:** ![susan](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/susan/32/17537_2.png) [@susan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/susan)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 5:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/42 "2021-09-20T17:22:44Z")
Fingers crossed! ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 6:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/43 "2021-09-20T18:49:20Z")
Yay! I hope the light gets brighter. So glad it’s positive news. ---
**Author:** ![thorny\_locust](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/thorny_locust/32/431_2.png) [@thorny\_locust](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/thorny_locust)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 7:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/44 "2021-09-20T19:04:05Z")
Glad for cautiously encouraging good news! ---
**Author:** ![Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bosda_di_chi_of_tricor/32/16845_2.png) [@Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bosda_Di_Chi_of_Tricor)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2021, 2:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/45 "2021-09-21T14:00:49Z")
Looks better. Still too Red. And I feel **SO** tired… ---
**Author:** ![Broomstick](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/broomstick/32/246_2.png) [@Broomstick](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Broomstick)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2021, 3:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/46 "2021-09-21T15:02:22Z")
Yes, skin infections can cause incredible fatigue (I speak from experience). Try to get as much rest as possible. You can only sleep so much, but reducing your activity level even while awake will help. I’m happy you’re seeing some improvement. As I said before, it takes longer than we’d like to get past this sort of thing, but it sounds like you are, slowly, getting better. ---
**Author:** ![What\_Exit](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/what_exit/32/10652_2.png) [@What\_Exit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/What_Exit)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2021, 3:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/47 "2021-09-21T15:56:11Z")
Glad to hear you’re on the mend. Hopefully the recovery period is short. ---
**Author:** ![Die\_Capacitrix](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/die_capacitrix/32/9_2.png) [@Die\_Capacitrix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Die_Capacitrix)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2021, 4:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/48 "2021-09-21T16:48:32Z")
I like the sound of that “looks better”. Being tired probably means your body is working hard. Make sure you get lots of rest and fluids, etc. Take this opportunity to catch up on all the shows you’ve been wanting to watch again. ---
**Author:** ![Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bosda_di_chi_of_tricor/32/16845_2.png) [@Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bosda_Di_Chi_of_Tricor)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2021, 11:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/49 "2021-10-08T23:07:07Z")
Serious relapse. My leg looks like raw meat. Scheduled to see a specialist Monday. Nothing sooner. All my leave days are used up. ---
**Author:** ![thorny\_locust](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/thorny_locust/32/431_2.png) [@thorny\_locust](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/thorny_locust)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2021, 11:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/50 "2021-10-08T23:47:06Z")
Yikes! Hope this manages to come out well. What did they tell you to do between now and Monday? ---
**Author:** ![hajario](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/hajario/32/171_2.png) [@hajario](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/hajario)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2021, 11:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/51 "2021-10-08T23:49:41Z")
Sorry to hear it. Get well soon. ---
**Author:** ![Aspenglow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/aspenglow/32/76_2.png) [@Aspenglow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aspenglow)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2021, 12:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/52 "2021-10-09T00:26:31Z")
I am so sorry you’re enduring this. I hope the next treatment is the one that does the trick and that it’s not too invasive or awful. Again, please keep us posted. We’re all pulling for you. ---
**Author:** ![asahi](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/asahi/32/8693_2.png) [@asahi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/asahi)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2021, 12:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/53 "2021-10-09T00:29:49Z")
Brother we’re here for you. Keep posting. Is ER an option? I’m not trying to scare you but…I’m not sure you want to wait until Monday - could be the difference between amputation and keeping your limb – worse, could be the difference between sepsis and shock, or not. I would get in touch with your PHP or someone, anyone, ASAP. Do you have someone who can drive you somewhere, look after you? ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2021, 12:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/54 "2021-10-09T00:46:33Z")
Oh shit. I’m so sorry to hear about this. I agree with **Asahi**. Head to the ER and see if you can at least get treatment before Monday. I think this COVID wave is finally slowing. You might not be able to get a bed yet, but you should at least get treatment. Re: Leave. If your company is large enough, they’ll be required to cover your short term disability. I hope that’s an option for you. Keep us posted please. ---
**Author:** ![nearwildheaven](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/90db22/32.png) [@nearwildheaven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nearwildheaven)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2021, 1:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/55 "2021-10-09T01:18:14Z")
This calls for the emergency room. Don’t wait any longer. They may well admit you if things look that bad. Call 911 if you don’t have a ride. ---
**Author:** ![susan](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/susan/32/17537_2.png) [@susan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/susan)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2021, 1:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/56 "2021-10-09T01:19:34Z")
I’m so sorry. ---
**Author:** ![nelliebly](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/nelliebly/32/5422_2.png) [@nelliebly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nelliebly)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2021, 5:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/57 "2021-10-09T05:04:33Z")
I agree with the others: don’t try to tough it out until Monday. Get it looked at as soon as possible. And let us know what you find out. ---
**Author:** ![Helena330](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/helena330/32/531_2.png) [@Helena330](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Helena330)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2021, 5:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/58 "2021-10-09T05:27:58Z")
Adding another voice to the chorus. Please go to the ER. This can’t wait until Monday. The very best of luck to you, **Bosda**. ---
**Author:** ![puzzlegal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/puzzlegal/32/3827_2.png) [@puzzlegal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/puzzlegal)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2021, 6:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/59 "2021-10-09T06:43:55Z")
Yikes! Another vote for the emergency room. Best wishes. ---
**Author:** ![Broomstick](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/broomstick/32/246_2.png) [@Broomstick](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Broomstick)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2021, 9:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-mrsa/950723/60 "2021-10-09T09:30:43Z")
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