Research Notes on Skin Infections
Skin infections are common and may be caused by bacteria, fungi or viruses. Breaks in the skin integrity frequently cause or exacerbate skin infections. 1
Fast Facts:
- Factors that contribute to infection include minor trauma, poor hygiene, and impaired host immunity.2
- Viral infections include measles, rubella, chickenpox, fifth disease, and roseola.3
- Bacterial infections include impetigo, toxic shock syndrome, and scarlet fever.4
Top Resources on Skin Infections
- About.com: Bacterial Skin Infections | Staph Skin Infections and MRSA
- Cleveland Clinic: Common Skin Infections
- Nemours Foundation: Staph Infection
- DermNet: Skin Infections Caused by Bacteria
- American Academy of Family Physicians: Skin and Wound Infections
- Merck Manuals: Viral Skin Infections
- University of Virginia Health Systems: Skin Infections Caused by Viruses
- Your Total Health: Fungal Skin Infections
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Research Notes References
- ↑ American Academy of Family Physicians: Skin and Wound Infections
- ↑ Cleveland Clinic: Common Skin Infections
- ↑ Nemours Foundation: Staph Infection
- ↑ DermNet: Skin Infections Caused by Bacteria
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