i don't have an answer for your specific question but i can give you some general information about staph infections. staph infections are caused by staphylococcus bacteria. these bacteria often reside on the skin or inside the nose or mouth of otherwise healthy people. usually these bacteria cause no problems. when the skin is broken however these germs can get into the tissue and cause an infection. any break in the skin such as a scratch presents an opportunity for staph to invade. many staph infections remain confined to the skin. these usually can be treated easily with oral antibiotics. in more severe cases staph bacteria can get into the bloodstream and cause serious symptoms. these cases usually require hospitalization and treatment with intravenous antibiotics. if you experienced a staph infection after undergoing a procedure you should ask your doctor if the two things are related. i am not familiar with the risks involved with sclerotherapy. it is quite possible staph infection is a known risk of that procedure although doctors and support staff take every precaution to disinfect the skin prior to cutting or penetrating it in any way. your question brings up a great topic which is always ask about infection risks prior to any medical procedure no matter how minor. these days infection is always a risk when you undergo a procedure that punctures the skin. it is wise to understand all the risks before a procedure so you can weight them against the potential benefits. wishing you well!
is it possible to experience a staph infection 13 days post vein injection for "spider" veins? (sclerotherapy)