There has been an alarming increase in the number of children contracting ear, nose and throat infections caused by drug resistant MRSA (methicilin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. A recent study in the Archives of Otolaryngology suggests that between 2001-2006 children suffering from this infection have more than doubled which is a very troubling finding. This could pose a very dangerous public health concern for the future. If a loved one has an infection and you think a physician is minimizing the seriousness of the infection, quickly seek a second opinion to make sure the proper treatment regimen is followed. If you think a family member has been serious injured because of the failure to properly diagnose or treat MRSA, please consult one of our medical malpractice lawyers.