Chickenpox is classically thought of as an infection of childhood; however, it can also affect adults who have not previously been infected by the virus. Adults tend to suffer a more severe illness than children. It is particularly dangerous for Continue Reading
Scabies
Scabies is a condition where the skin is infested by a mite called Sarcoptes scabei. Scabies occurs worldwide and is endemic in some tropical countries. The mite is very small and cannot be seen with the naked eye. It is highly contagious and can be Continue Reading
Tinea
Tinea is a fungal infection of the skin. The fungi that infect the skin are called dermatophytes. The types of dermatophytes which cause tinea are epidermiphyton, trichophyton and microsporum. Types of tinea There are different types of tinea, Continue Reading
Impetigo
Impetigo is a skin infection commonly caused by one of two bacteria – Streptococcus pyogenes or Staphylococcus aureus. This infection affects the epidermis, which is the outer layer of the skin. Impetigo is colloquially known as school sores and is a Continue Reading