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MICHAEL JACKSON is suffering from an acute MRSA-type skin infection which threatens to EAT his flesh.

The singer has been receiving antibiotics via a drip in a bid to beat the superbug, which sources say has spread throughout his body.



Jacko, 50, revealed painfully-inflamed skin on his face and hands as he visited a Beverly Hills clinic where he is being treated.

The stricken pop legend may have contracted the infection following plastic surgery on his NOSE, it was feared last night.

The 50-year-old Billie Jean singer is said to have a severe “staph” infection, resistant to conventional antibiotics.

Experts warned it threatened to develop into a terrifying flesh-eating disorder which could kill off areas of the superstar’s skin and leave him in need of major reconstructive surgery.

Jacko has been receiving antibiotics via an IV drip in a bid to beat the condition.

But the skin on his face and hands looked inflamed when he was snapped on his way to a Beverly Hills clinic during another week of intense treatment.



A source revealed last night: “Michael Jackson has a severe staph infection that he contracted during work to reconstruct his nose.

“The disease is an MRSA-style infection because it is resistant to conventional antibiotics, so he has been visiting a clinic to get antibiotics via an IV drip.

“The infection has spread throughout his face and body and is being aggressively treated by doctors.

“There’s a chance it could turn into a flesh-eating disorder where it begins to kill off his skin so he’s being very carefully monitored.”

Swollen

Jackson was seen twice visiting the same clinic within a week.

He emerged with his face covered by dark sunglasses and a surgical mask â€" and with his hair hidden behind a surgical cap.

The usually-pale skin on his hands and face appeared visibly inflamed with red and purple blotches and he appeared to have a severely swollen cheek.

US celebrity plastic surgeon Dr Anthony Youn, who has not treated Jacko but has viewed the shocking photos of the star, said: “It is possible that Mr Jackson has a staph infection or MRSA.

“This is called a ‘super-infection’ because it is resistant to conventional antibiotics. It does look like his skin is red and inflamed and has become infected.

“Staph infection or MRSA is extremely worrying because it is an aggressive infection that is resistant to most conventional antibiotics.

“In some worse cases surgeons will have to remove the infected tissue if it dies â€" leaving the patient needing major reconstructive surgery. It is particularly worrying if it is on the face.”

Dr Youn, who runs The Hills Plastic Surgery and Laser Centre and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, said: “Many people in the health-care system can contract this disease via cuts to the skin.

“But it is possible Mr Jackson contracted it through surgery on his nose. There are occasions where patients contract the infection during plastic surgery procedures.

“Doctors try to treat the infection early with antibiotics administered via IV drip â€" and in many cases the patient can make a good recovery if it is caught early enough.”

Jackson’s increasingly frail appearance has prompted speculation about the state of his health.

Last month Ian Halperin, author of a Jackson biography, claimed the singer was suffering from potentially fatal lung disease. But Jackson’s spokesman dismissed this as a “total fabrication”.

He added: “Mr Jackson is in fine health, and finalising negotiations with a major entertainment company and television network for both a world tour and a series of specials and appearances.”

The spokesman refused to return calls last night.
Jackson has always insisted he suffers from a skin condition called vitiligo, a chronic skin disease which causes loss of pigment.

Despite the dramatic changes to his appearance, he admits only to having two minor cosmetic procedures. He has admitted to minor work on his nose to help him breathe.

Last summer, the star was seen being pushed in a wheelchair as he approached his 50th birthday. The gaunt singer was clad in pyjamas and slippers.

Witnesses described the skin on his hands peeling off â€" almost like that of a snake.


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He is on heavy antibiotics right now, I hope it will be enough to subside the toxins, as continued long-exposure to heavy antibiotics will lead to inhibition of intestinal flora. If left unchecked, can lead to malabsorption, maldigestion and associated diseases of said conditions.

Good Luck, Michael!

when you mess with nature.

it is very contagious...

makatakod te? like airborne? or sa iya rapud panit mag takod takod?

Quote from: ms da binsi on February 13, 2009, 03:20:15 AM
it is very contagious...

MSRA = di ba ni korekong? lol

Bem,

this is any regular bacterial pathogen ergo, opportunistic bacteria. Takes advantage of immunodeficiency. Michael was already immunocompromised: one he was undergoing surgery; meaning direct exposure. Open wound gud, so there is direct exposure to the circulation.

Mode of treatment right now is antibiotic (heavy) to subdue the bacterial infection and prevent sepsis-related conditions from occurring. Antibiotics is there to weaken the antigen enough to allow one's immune system (macrophage, killer-tcells, lysosomes, peroxisomes etc) to fight the bacteria.

Side effect ani is that antibiotics targets the entire host of bacterial flora; not just invasive forms. We have bacterial flora in the intestine (in jejunum, duodenum and ileum as well as the large intestines) which funcition in digestion and absorption.

The problem with prolonged antibiotic treatment is that it weakens the enterocytic bacterial flora, resulting in malabsorption and maldigestion. For an individual who is already immunocompromised and in need of sufficient nutrient intake, this can be detrimental to overall health and the repair process.

He needs Intensive Care right now.


Cheers,
Lorenzo

Thanks Lorz at least, clear na! (nosebleed ko sa uban med terms )

Anytime, Bem.

Quote from: glacier_71 on February 13, 2009, 04:28:27 AM
MSRA = di ba ni korekong? lol

MRSA = Methicillin Resistant Staph Aureus


What you need to know about Staph Aureus is that it is a gram positive, catalase positive, coagulase positive cocci.

It can cause a host of diseases; such as UTI, Acute Endocarditis, Toxic Shock Syndrome, Pharyngitis and even Mengingitis.

It is a dangerous bacterial infection.

And what they mean about MRSA--> thiis is basically a bacterium that is resistant to broad spectrum of penicillin.

The reason they are resistant, Glacier, is because Staph Aureus has Beta Lactamase capability--meaning they are able to break down beta-lactam drugs. Penicillin and its derivatives are beta-lactam drugs; as they produce beta lactam ring structures that target the pathogen.


We can treat MRSA Staph Aureus.
Vancomycin can easily kill Staph Aureus and derivatives.
We can also give him celphalosporins, fluoroquinolones as well.
And if it is really severe, we can also implement surgical debridement.



Best,
Lorenzo Lucino

huhuhuhuhuuhuhuh! luoy ko akong idol since i was 7 yrs old yung kanta nyang Ben ug i'l be there nga pastilan nakong pinilit ug sundog adtong panahuna hangtud nga ma itok na ahong nanay gisabaa-n kay mura konog ijang dungog dunay bagtok na lugpitan!!! huhuhu!

Quote from: buwadsanga on June 05, 2009, 03:10:32 PM
huhuhuhuhuuhuhuh! luoy ko akong idol since i was 7 yrs old yung kanta nyang Ben ug i'l be there nga pastilan nakong pinilit ug sundog adtong panahuna hangtud nga ma itok na ahong nanay gisabaa-n kay mura konog ijang dungog dunay bagtok na lugpitan!!! huhuhu!

Don't worry, Buwad. MRSA is totally treatable. It is susceptible to Vancomycin.

An Michael is a millionaire, he has the finances to provide him the best of the best medical care.

He's going to tell the MRSA to "Beat It"

I just re-read this thread. And it is unfortunate that Michael did pass on.

Again it shows to tell us that there are complexities involving MSRA treatment; even with Vancomycin, as there is a 50% chance of survival.

In this case Michael did not make it. There are many other possiblities that did lead to his death. But I can say that his MSRA infection probably did exacerbate it; as continued MSRA or any Staph Aureus infection leads to endocarditis.

Quote from: buwadsanga on June 05, 2009, 03:10:32 PM
huhuhuhuhuuhuhuh! luoy ko akong idol since i was 7 yrs old yung kanta nyang Ben ug i'l be there nga pastilan nakong pinilit ug sundog adtong panahuna hangtud nga ma itok na ahong nanay gisabaa-n kay mura konog ijang dungog dunay bagtok na lugpitan!!! huhuhu!

It was not that long that we talked about him. We will really miss him Wad.

How incredibly amazing and shocking!

I am sure that this was painful and uncomfortable for him as well. I think this is a lesson for all of us we must enjoy the physical beauty that we are given in order that we can be able to develop a much better inner beauty of ourselves.

I almost want to cry after looking at these pictures as well as reading about what he had.

Despite everything he was a super fantastic talented man and a crowd pleaser.

May he rest in peace.

I have video taped a tribute dance for him and my friends will post it tomorrow in u-Tube.

The song and dance is "Man in the Mirror!" even though non of us is perfect I am overweight but I can dance gracefully despite my condition and despite MJ's condition he can sing the song well for me as I shadow and reflect his song in memory via a very inspirational dance inspired by his young passing of age.

May or Best entertainer Rest in Peace!