Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Key Takeaways A yeast infection on the skin can cause a red rash with dry, scaly ...

Doing a load of laundry involves lots of decisions – from which cycle to choose to what detergent to use. These choices may ...

In a recent study published in the International Journal of Infectious Diseases, researchers described two cases of human monkeypox (MPX) and deep skin infection. Human MPX is a zoonotic disease ...

Two cases of a common fungal infection known as tinea, or ringworm, failed to respond to standard treatment due to a recently emerged fungus in the United States, according to a recent Centers for ...

The illness can leave lingering marks, from textural changes to hyperpigmentation. Here’s how to protect your skin as it ...

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Eczema may increase your risk of bacterial, viral, and fungal skin infections due to a compromised skin barrier. Good hygiene and skin care habits can help reduce this risk. People with eczema may be ...

MRSA infection may begin as a small bump on the skin. Treating the early signs can help you avoid complications like pneumonia or sepsis. Share on Pinterest Getty Images Methicillin-resistant ...

If you’ve had a sore throat from time to time or blisters around your mouth or nose, chances are you’ve had a group A streptococcal (GAS) infection. Group A streptococcus is the bacteria that causes ...