Background: Meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) are antibiotic-resistant strains of staphylococcus which are resistant to penicillin preparations. This makes MRSA infections hard to treat and a global threat to healthcare environments and society. Previous studies show that MRSA can lead to the patient feeling stigmatized. Numerous studies focus on the prevalence, treatment and management of MRSA but only a few studies focus on the patient’s experiences and how life is affected by being an MRSA carrier.

Aim: The aim of this study was to describe patients’ experiences of living with MRSA.

Method: The method of this study was a literature review based on analysis of qualitative and quantitative research. A total of 11 studies were analyzed and processed to identify themes.

Results: The study resulted in two themes and a total of five subthemes. The theme Being cared for with MRSA includes the three subthemes Experiencing lack of knowledge, competence and information in healthcare professionals, Wanting to know more and Exposedto protective measures. The theme A changed life situation includes the two subthemes To be affected emotionally and Changing the way of life.

Conclusion: A person who lives with MRSA is at risk of feeling violated in healthcare, private life and working life which could deteriorate the patient's health.