Most cat scratches are harmless and heal quickly with basic care. However, they are not always as trivial as they seem. Being ...

A Florida father's dream getaway to a popular island destination ended in intensive care after a minor scratch on his ankle ...

The most common sign of an infection is inflammation. If a specific area of your skin turns red and feels slightly swollen, your immune system is likely fighting off an invader. While a small amount ...

Cellulitis is a common bacterial infection that can be treated with a course of antibiotics. This skin infection is caused by a bacteria entering the system through broken skin, a wound or contracted ...

Why does scratching feel like such a relief, and then, just few seconds later, you are stuck with red, angry skin that's even more itching? We have all gone from a tiny itch to a full-on scratching ...

If a mosquito bite feels hot, is red, or swollen, it might be infected. Cleaning a bite with soap and water can help before seeing a doctor. An infected mosquito bite often has an extended area of ...

This review looks at interventions for the skin infections 'cellulitis' and 'erysipelas'. These two terms are now considered different presentations of the same condition by most experts, so they are ...

Bacterial skin infections can happen when bacteria enter the body due to a break in the skin. Different types of skin infections include methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), impetigo, ...

Have you ever noticed how your skin feels more irritated, sticky, or just more 'vulnerable' during summer? From heat rashes to insect bites, the warmer months don’t go easy on our skin. However, for ...

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