Sulfonamide antibiotics that can cause a reaction. Antibiotics containing chemicals called sulfonamides can trigger a reaction if you have a sulfa allergy. These antibiotics include combination drugs: 1  Sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (Septra, Bactrim).
4. Staphylococcus aureus. Staphylococcus aureus is a common type of skin bacterium that may be found in areas such as the skin, nasal cavities, and respiratory tract. While some staph strains are harmless, others such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) , can cause serious health issues.. Staphylococcus aureus. Staphylococcus aureus is a common type of skin bacterium that may be found in areas such as the skin, nasal cavities, and respiratory tract. While some staph strains are harmless, others such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) , can cause serious health issues.
Bacterial skin infections are usually caused by gram-positive strains of Staphylococcus and Streptococcus or other organisms. Common bacterial skin infections include: 1  Cellulitis causes a painful, red infection that is usually warm to the touch.armful bacteria can affect almost any area of the body. Other types of bacterial infections include: 1  Bacterial meningitis is a severe infection of the meninges, the lining of the brain. 2  Otitis media is the official name for an infection or inflammation of the middle ear.