Community-Associated MRSA Infections in Women

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a common hospital pathogen, but now its prevalence in the community is increasing. Community-associated MRSA (CA-MRSA) is the causative agent in many outpatient skin and soft tissue infections. Within the women's health population, CA-MRSA infection can result in a variety of genital skin infections, including boils, furuncles, and abscesses. Antibiotic-resistant strains, reinfection, and transmission among close contacts contribute to difficulty in controlling the spread of this pathogen. This article provides an overview of CA-MRSA, its clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and implications for clinical practice in women's healthcare settings.