Skin Infections
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Many types of skin infections require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
Bacterial Infections of the Skin
Cellulitis
Folliculitis, Boils, and Carbuncles
Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome
Other Bacterial Skin Infections
Fungal Infections of the Skin
Candidiasis (Yeast Infection)
Tinea Infections (Ringworm)
Tinea Versicolor
Viral Infections of the Skin
Cold Sores
Molluscum Contagiosum
Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
Warts
Parasitic Infections of the Skin
Creeping Eruption
Lice
Scabies