to exert influence or pressure on in order to gain cooperation, maintain discipline, or the like: The state is leaning on the company to clean up its industrial wastes. to criticize, reprimand, or punish: I would have enjoyed school more if the teachers hadn't leaned on me so much.
Some of the most visible signs that can indicate staph infection are found on the skin. These will take the form of sores, rashes, or blisters that may be accompanied by discharge or pus. If you notice any of these skin conditions, it may indicate a staph infection. Boils are the most common symptom of staph infection.
Skin infections with Staph bacteria can cause a serious condition called scalded skin syndrome, which is seen more often in children, but can occur in adults as well. The infection causes a breakdown of the upper layers of the skin, which blisters and sloughs off (just like a severe burn).