Dustin Poirier Was Hospitalised For Staph Infection, Now Discharged

Dustin Poirier, a No. 2 lightweight contender in the UFC, was admitted to the hospital after developing a staph infection.

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) or “staph” is a bacterium that causes skin infections that include, but is not limited to, boils, folliculitis, carbuncles, and impetigo. Even though infections are common, if the bacteria go into the bones or bloodstream, they can be lethal.

Dustin Poirier Was Hospitalised For Staph Infection, Now Discharged

According to reports, the former interim lightweight champion was not improving after taking antibiotics. Poirier posted pictures of his foot, which appeared to have grown to twice its size. However, Dustin Poirier’s body ultimately adjusted to the medication, and on December 6 he was released from the hospital.

Dustin Poirier uploaded videos of himself leaving the hospital in a wheelchair while his wife followed. On his Instagram stories, the former interim lightweight champion could be seen using crutches and walking with his left foot in a cast. The remainder of the year will be spent in recuperation.

Staph infection is a skin ailment that affects athletes frequently, especially those who participate in close-contact combat sports. Antibiotic medications are the main course of treatment for MRSA. However, the staph bacteria can develop a resistance to antibiotics, and in severe cases, surgery may be required if the infection turns septic.

Dustin Poirier’s hospitalization started to fuel worries that his fighting future might be in peril. There are countless alarming reports of fighters contracting staph infections from working out on sweaty mats every year.

One doctor claimed that “The Diamond” might have lost his foot, but he survived one of the worst cases to date.

Robert Whittaker and Kevin Lee are two other well-known athletes who have contracted the staph illness; the latter’s ailment was clearly seen during his matchup with the former interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson.

 

 

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