Could MRSA Be the Cause of Your Unexplained Skin Symptoms?

Are You Dealing with Persistent Skin Irritation, Boils, or Abscesses?

If you’ve recently noticed red, swollen, or painful skin—especially around your nose or groin—you might wonder what’s causing it. While many things can lead to minor skin infections, one possibility you shouldn’t overlook is MRSA, an antibiotic-resistant bacterium that thrives in these areas.

What Exactly is MRSA?

MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is a strain of bacteria that is more difficult to treat than regular Staph infections. This is because it resists several common antibiotics. MRSA often colonises the skin or nasal passages without causing symptoms, but sometimes it triggers:

• Recurring boils or abscesses
• Slow-healing wounds
• Itchy, red, or inflamed skin patches

Why Consider an MRSA Nose & Groin Swab Test?

MRSA is often spread through close contact or shared environments like gyms, care homes, or hospitals. You’re at greater risk if you’ve:

• Recently visited hospital
• Been in care settings
• Been in physical contact sports
• Had previous MRSA infections

If left undetected, MRSA can spread and cause more serious complications.

Simple Steps to Reduce Your Risk

• Practice good hand hygiene with soap or sanitiser
• Clean and cover cuts or grazes
• Avoid sharing towels or razors

You can also read more about MRSA on the NHS website.

How Can You Get Peace of Mind?

With the Mayfield Clinic At-Home MRSA Nose & Groin Swab Culture Kit, you can easily collect samples yourself using our simple, two purple-lidded Amies swabs. Results are available in just two days, giving you quick answers and peace of mind.

Order your test kit today or book an in-person screening at one of our UK clinics.