As the bacteria that attacked Paulo Borrachinha is dangerous, requires care and can affect other MMA fighters

Paulo borrachinha displays bandaged arm after surgery. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Paulo borrachinha You have suffered from a staph infection, which can be fatal if not treated in time. The Brazilian needed to undergo surgery on his right elbow and was left out of the fight against Khamzat Shimaev No. UFC 294. So the SUPER FIGHTS explains more details about the bacteria that has already affected other MMA fighters.

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Staph infection is caused by bacteria of the genus Staphylococcus, which are found on the skin and mucous membranes of healthy people, but can cause infections when they enter the body through wounds, needles or direct contact.

The main problems are skin infections. Gym equipment, for example, can be contaminated mainly with bacteria, but also other microorganisms such as fungi and viruses.

MMA fighters are at greater risk of contracting staph infections due to intense physical contact, skin injuries and poor hygiene in gyms. Additionally, many strains of staph have developed resistance to antibiotics over the years, making treatment more difficult and limited.

Official speech about the medical impediment and removal from the fight on October 21st in Abudhabi. I will be back sooner than later. Thanks! 🧃🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/m0Rqe6fEAG

- Paulo Costa (Borrachinha) (@BorrachinhaMMA) October 17, 2023

In addition to Borrachinha, other fighters had the same problem

Junior Gypsy, Demian Maia e Mark Hunt have already had a serious infection. Photo: Montage/SUPER FIGHTS

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Paulo borrachinha is not the first MMA fighter to suffer from staph infections. Other famous cases were those of Demian Maia, junior gypsy, Robert whittaker, Mark Hunt, Kelvin Gastelum and Kevin Randleman — the latter had two holes in the side of his body and the disease, at the time, was almost fatal. They all needed medical care to contain the spread of the infection to other parts of the body.

Preventing staph infections involves simple measures such as washing your hands frequently, cleaning wounds with soap and water, avoiding sharing personal items, and seeking medical attention if you notice signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, pain or pus.

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