William Truswell, MD, FACS, operates his own cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgery practice. Dr. Truswell was the first in his area in Western Massachusetts to have an accredited private office ...

A fungal skin infection occurs when a fungus (such as yeast or mold) grows and creates a reaction on your skin surface. Fungi (the plural of “fungus”) spread by releasing particles called spores into ...

Staphylococcus bacteria cause staph infections. There are many types of staph infections, and depending on the cause, doctors may use antibiotics, surgery, or other methods to treat them. A staph ...

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 ...

Bacterial skin infections occur when bacteria enter through the surface of the skin. They can cause symptoms such as swelling and inflammation. Treatment may include topical or oral antibiotics.

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...