Twelve Remedies for Treating MRSA at Home

Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus or MRSA is a very contagious infection of the skin. MRSA is a result of bacteria infecting a cut or wound. Individuals with weakened immune systems are more prone to it. It can become a grave threat if left unchecked. Immediate treatment is of utmost importance. And you can also find some home remedies for treating MRSA.

Causes of MRSA

So as we mentioned, the direct cause is bacteria on wounds or cuts, and a weakened immune system. Physical contact with people with MRSA as well as with objects that were used by people with MRSA, like door handles and towels, could also lead to infection. Other causes include surgeries, burns, ulcers, other skin outbreaks, taking too much antibiotics, and poor physical hygiene.

 Symptoms

Some symptoms include inflammation, red pimples or boils with pus coming out, swollen skin, and pain in the area.

Here are some of the remedies for MRSA you can find at home.

1. Manuka Honey

Extremely safe and easy to use, manuka honey is a natural treatment for MRSA. This is a medicinal type of honey, unlike the ones we see being sold in the market. Just apply manuka on the MRSA infection for fast and effective treatment. It’s great against bacteria, and soothes and relieves the infection.

2. Tea Tree Oil

This is also great against bacteria. Apply the oil on the MRSA wound for a quick healing.

3. Oregano Oil

Though, oregano oil results in the irritation of the skin, it can be applied on the MRSA-affected area.

4. Olive Leaf Extract

This has oleuropein, a compound that combats MRSA and similar infections.

5. Thyme

Thyme oil, another great oil against MRSA infection, should be taken internally because it may irritate the skin.

6. Garlic

There is no better antibiotic against MRSA infections than garlic. Mashed garlic on the affected areas should provide a quick and easy cure.

7. Grapefruit Seed Extract

You can apply grapefruit seed extract to quickly cure the infection. It is also a good remedy to treat a MRSA infection.

8. Turmeric

It is widely known that turmeric has a lot of health benefits as well as healing properties. It is excellent against MRSA as well. Just rub turmeric paste on the MRSA infection. It relieves the inflammation and prevents infection from spreading.

9. Rosemary Oil

This is another great oil which acts as a cure against MRSA.

10. Eucalyptus Oil:

Mix in eucalyptus oil with small amounts of tea tree, lavender, oregano, or rosemary oils. This will soothe the MRSA-caused boils.

11. Echinacea :

A cream with fifteen percent Echinacea should be good enough. Just apply this on the infection for a quick cure. It both heals and cleans the wound of bacteria.

12. Lapachol

Boil lapachol in a cup of water for ten to fifteen minutes. Consume the tea two to eight times a day. It’s a great healer of MRSA.

Below are some of the homeopathic remedies.

1. Aconitum

This is also known as the homeopathic vitamin C which can also heal MRSA infections.

2. Belladona

This will come in handy when the MRSA-infected area changes into a bright-red color.

3. Pulsatilla

This is more often given to children and women with MRSA infections.

Finally, I want to discuss ways to stop MRSA from happening. First, you should stay away from people with MRSA, or at the very least, do not have physical contact with them. Do not use things used by people with MRSA. Always take a bath right away once you finish working and find yourself drenched in sweat – infections thrive on moisture. Always cleanse cuts and wounds. Keep them covered up.