We’re on the precipice of sandal weather, whether your toes are ready or not. But if a particularly persistent and unsightly ...

New itchy patches might develop on hands or other body parts, indicating the fungus has traveled. Unusual skin changes in unexpected places deserve attention, while persistent irritation despite ...

Various pathogens can cause skin infections, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. The symptoms, treatment, and outlook will depend on the cause. Infections can vary from mild to serious.

Unusual fungi found in the damaged nuclear reactor at the Chernobyl power plant may prove useful in space. Research conducted ...

Even celebrities aren't immune from foot-related issues such as the dreaded thickened toenail. Actor Danny DeVito, former ...

A skin infection occurs when parasites, fungi, or germs such as bacteria penetrate the skin and spread. This can cause pain, swelling, and skin color changes. Skin infections are different from ...

Domenico Santoro, DVM, MS, DRSC, PhD, talks about common fungal skin infections in cats and dogs, and which patients are at risk ...

Fungi thrive in conditions where the immune system is weakened. "Diabetes is the most common underlying cause of kidney ...

Discover a study that aimed to compare the effects of antimicrobial–corticosteroid combination therapy with corticosteroid ...

ChloraPrep applicators are used on the skin for site preparation prior to ... the introduction of a fungus may result in the removal of the catheter and the need for another procedure.

Found in hair follicles, the fungus is also linked to a skin disease called dermatitis, a chronic form of eczema caused by ...