Description
The skin, the first line of defense, helps protect you from germs, but sometimes it can get infected by them.
Some common types of skin infections are:
1. Bacterial: Cellulitis and impetigo. Staphylococcal infections can also affect the skin.
2. Viral: Shingles, warts, and herpes simplex
3. Fungal: Athlete's foot and yeast infections
4. Parasitic: Body lice, head lice, and scabies
Treatment of skin infections depends on the cause.
