Two Week Update - Staph

I have to have a disclaimer to this post.  It may seem to be to visual and maybe to informative but I need to remember that this is a journal for our Peanut so that we can refer back to her past. 

Well, it has been 5 days and Eva did not get rid of her cold.  Since she has been taking the script, I can only say that she has been getting worse.  Her nose is crusting up and occasionly has a bloody streamline in the mucus.  She also has bumps around the bottom lip, on tops and palms of her hands and in her bottom anal area.  I decided to not wait until Tuesday to take her to the Peds so we went tonight to Urgent Care.  The Dr. on call said that she has a staff virus.  Seriously? a Staff virus.  Well, I did some research and Staph or a flesh-eating infections is defineitly scary.  I really don't need nor do I want this virus sticking around so I pulled this up for reference : (www.webmd.com)

What Are the Symptoms of a Staph Infection?

Staph cellulitis usually begins as a small area of tenderness, swelling, and redness. Sometimes it begins with an open sore. Other times, there is no break in the skin at all -- and it's anyone's guess where the bacteria came from.
The signs of cellulitis are those of any inflammation -- redness, warmth, swelling, and pain. Any skin sore or ulcer that has these signs may be developing cellulitis. If the staph infection spreads, the person may develop a fever, sometimes with chills and sweats, as well as swelling in the area.

Can Staph Infections Be Prevented?

You can take steps to help prevent staph infections. Any time you have a cut or skin breakdown, wash it with soap and water, keep it clean and dry, and keep it covered. A couple of recent outbreaks among football players began when one team member had a boil and the infection was spread to other team members.
A staph infection is contagious if the wound is weeping or draining and if people then share towels or other items that are contaminated. Wearing foot coverings in locker rooms and other commonly used areas can help prevent contamination.
If the sore becomes unusually painful or red, get prompt medical attention. If red lines develop, that's a sign the infection is spreading and needs immediate medical attention.


The Dr. gave us a script for sulfamethoxazole which is a stronger bacterial infection anitbiotic.  I will monitor her more cautiously and take her back to see our normal Peds on Tuesday. 
Sidenote funny:
The other day,  I was watching her play on the floor with a piece of paper.  I wanted to share but it has been - well - busy.  If your not familiar with hypotonia, aka extreme flexibility, here is an example:  She can literally place both feet next to her ears and continue to grasps her hands together.  Amazing.  Look out Fab Five!