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.
Some species of staph bacteria are present on people's skin all the time. The more dangerous Staphylococcus aureus may come and go regularly from people's noses and skin. Skin infections caused by staph, such as boils, are quite common.