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. 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.2  Cellulitis occurs most often on the legs, but it can appear anywhere on the body. 3  Folliculitis is an infection of the hair follicles that causes red, swollen bumps that look like pimples.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.