Detailed information on common skin disorders, including Bacterial Skin Infections, Fungal Skin Infections, Viral Skin Infections, Viral Exanthems (Rashes), and Parasitic Skin Infections

Cellulitis is a spreading skin infection. It may affect the upper skin layer. Or it may affect the deeper skin and layer of fat under the skin. When cellulitis affects the upper skin layer, it may be called erysipelas. This type of infection is more common in children.

Candidiasis is an infection caused by yeast called Candida. Candida is normally harmless, and is found on the skin, vaginal area, and digestive system. But in some cases, it can overgrow. This can cause a rash, itching, and other symptoms.

Detailed information on bacterial skin infections, including impetigo, cellulitis, scarlet fever, folliculitis, boils, carbuncles, and staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome

Detailed information on bites, including human bites, animal bites, and insect bites

Detailed information on benign skin growths and pigmentation disorders in children

Whether the bite is from a family pet or an animal in the wild, scratches and bites can become infected and cause scarring. Animals can also carry diseases that can be transmitted through a bite.

During pregnancy, certain infections may cause problems for you and your baby. So it's important to treat and prevent infections when you're pregnant.

Detailed information on infectious diseases in children

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, risk factors, treatment, and more.