Društvo Atopijski dermatiits
Atopic Dictionary

Staphylococcus aureus

Staphylococcus aureus (golden staph) is a type of bacteria often found on the skin of healthy people. However, under certain circumstances, it can cause serious infections. S. aureus can cause impetigo. The MRSA bacteria is quite well-known - it is S. aureus that is resistant to methicillin. Infections with S. aureus are treated with antibiotics.