Ocean Illness
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Infected toe in Lahaina
16:58 May 27 2010 Kahekili Beach Park, Lahaina, HI
Description
It started as a sore hangnail and turned into an infection. My doctor says it is either staph or strep. If it is MRSA the antibiotics I just began will not work. We will have to see.We have in sewage seeping into our nearshore waters through injection wells. We are trying to get Maui County to stop injecting and reusing 100% of our wastewater.
Additional Data
| What were your symptoms? Check all that apply:: | Skin Infection |
| Did you see a doctor?: | Yes |
| If treated, what was the diagnosis and treatment?: | My doctor says it is either staph or strep. He gave me 10 days worth of Cephalexin. It will work for either staph or strep, but not the MRSA strain. |
| How long after you were in the water did your illness symptoms start?: | -- |
| How many times have you been sick from the water at this beach?: | More than three |
| How long did your illness last?: | Currently sick |
| Will you allow Surfrider Foundation to contact you? If yes, please provide info below. This will not be shared publicly.: | No |
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