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Staphylococcal Infections

Medical Definition:	Infections with bacteria of the genus STAPHYLOCOCCUS.
Guide Notes:	gram-pos bact infect; STAPHYLOCOCCAL FOOD POISONING is also available; DF: STAPH INFECT

Staphylococcal Infections Categories.

	Pneumonia, Staphylococcal - Pneumonia caused by STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS. This condition is a frequent complication of viral influenza.
	Staphylococcal Food Poisoning - Poisoning by staphylococcal toxins present in contaminated food.
	Staphylococcal Skin Infections - Infections to the skin caused by bacteria of the genus STAPHYLOCOCCUS.