There is more a mother can do to help ease her child’s MRSA symptoms.
I hope many of you can read this article and say you’ve never had to deal with your children having the pesky, painful, and persistent MRSA infection. You can tuck this away in case you or a loved one have to ever face it head on (pun intended).
First, this is not a medical article nor do I claim to have any medical experience. Consider this just some loving advice from one carpooling mom to another. If your child is suffering, visit your family doctor immediately.
Who is Prone to MRSA?
Children with dry skin or eczema are more susceptible to this infection. Be aware that it spreads if multiple children are playing or bathing in water without chlorine: think kiddy pools, or epic slip n’ slides on a summer afternoon. Sprinklers are a safer choice when it comes to non-chlorinated water activities.
MRSA seems to visit the same victim more than once. For those of you who’ve seen MRSA, you already know how to recognize it. Often, if caught at its tiniest point, a dab of bactroban over a few days will prevent its growth.
Often, doctors will prescribe medication to combat MRSA but there is more that a mother can do to ease your child’s symptoms and let the healing move along that much quicker.
Below are a few remedies that have worked wonders in draining the infection, thus bringing about quicker relief.
The Honey Patch
This homemade recipe never fails me. Combine a teaspoon of honey and a tablespoon of flour in a small bowl. Mix it, and form a ball of dough. (Play around with the measurements if you need to, you want to produce a dough-like texture). Place a dab of dough on the infected pimple and cover with medical tape. This helps to draw the pus out of the skin. Allow your child to wear this for 12-24 hours, you can repeat this for three days or until the pimple drains. Once it’s drained, apply bacitracin or the prescribed version for another few days.
Other Remedies
Another remedy that I’ve had great experiences with is the 3-in-1 Herbal Power (purchased at a local health food store). Many people have had amazing results using this after bad burns. This kit is sold at most health food stores. It’s a three step process and bound to clear up your child’s MRSA after two to three days. After following the instructions, cover the MRSA with two bandaids for 12-24 hours. Once the infection has drained, use bacitracin or the prescribed version for a few days.
Although I’ve not used this personally, the health food store also recommended Nature Cue’s Nature’s Miracle Clay Cream. I’ve heard it provides instant relief as well.
The Bleach Bath
Our doctor also recommended pouring a quarter cup of bleach into your child’s bath for about a week after experiencing MRSA. Even if the smell may bother you, it’s proven to be effective in preventing the infection’s return. If your child is prone to MRSA, doing this weekly is advised.
Do not bathe children together if any of them have a tendency of contracting the infection.
Clear the Nose
Here’s one more tip; although I don’t fully grasp the scientific explanation, it seems that the MRSA infection lives in the nasal passage. Put some bactroban on a Q-tip and swab both of your child’s nostrils. I’ve been advised to do this for about a week after discovering the MRSA.
Be Aware
Warning: doctors worry most about MRSA when it’s located near a joint so please keep that in mind.
And again, if you ever suspect your child of having MRSA, visit your doctor right away and don’t ever try to do this alone. Still, hearing about what’s worked for one experienced mother may help in getting you through this quicker.
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