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Micrococcaceae: NCBI 1268, [family]

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| Micrococcaceae| Micrococcaceae Pribham (sic) 1929 (Approved Lists 1980) emend. Stackebrandt et al. 1997| Micrococcaceae Pribram 1929 (Approved Lists 1980) emend. Stackebrandt et al. 1997| Micrococcaceae Pribram 1929 (Approved Lists 1980) emend. Zhi et al. 2009| Yaniaceae| Yaniaceae Li et al. 2005| Yaniellaceae| Yaniellaceae Li et al. 2008 emend. Zhi et al. 2009

  1. Skin infections: Certain species within the Micrococcaceae family, such as Staphylococcus and Micrococcus species, can cause skin infections in humans. Staphylococcus aureus, in particular, is a common cause of skin and soft tissue infections, including impetigo, cellulitis, and abscesses. These infections can range from mild to severe and may require antibiotic treatment depending on the severity and underlying health conditions of the affected individual.

  2. Wound infections: Micrococcaceae bacteria, especially Staphylococcus species, are known to cause wound infections, particularly in healthcare settings. Surgical wounds, burns, and other types of injuries can become infected with these bacteria, leading to complications such as delayed wound healing, tissue damage, and systemic infections if not properly treated.

  3. Nosocomial infections: Micrococcaceae bacteria are important causes of nosocomial (hospital-acquired) infections, particularly in healthcare settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, and intensive care units. Factors such as prolonged hospitalization, invasive medical procedures, indwelling medical devices, and exposure to contaminated healthcare environments can increase the risk of acquiring infections caused by Micrococcaceae bacteria.

  4. Respiratory infections: Some species within the Micrococcaceae family, such as Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis, can cause respiratory infections, particularly in individuals with underlying lung diseases or compromised immune systems. Staphylococcus aureus pneumonia, for example, can lead to severe respiratory symptoms and complications if left untreated.

  5. Systemic infections: In addition to localized infections, Micrococcaceae bacteria can also cause systemic infections when they enter the bloodstream or other parts of the body. Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia, for example, can lead to serious complications such as sepsis, infective endocarditis, and septic arthritis, which may require intensive medical treatment and monitoring.

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Micrococcaceae impacts on other bacteria of the same rank

Other bacteria of the same rank impacting Micrococcaceae

R2SlopeTax NameParent Chart
0.30026224255561830.543171763420105StreptococcaceaeParent Taxa

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