Most of us have heard of the dangers of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. But doctors are growing increasingly concerned about a new infectious threat: drug-resistant fungal diseases. Until now, these ...

Athlete’s foot, or tinea pedis, is a type of fungal infection of the feet. It’s also known as ringworm of the foot (the medical name for ringworm is tinea). It typically occurs in people whose feet ...

In the age of multi-step skincare routines, using different creams for different parts of the body is no longer just a beauty trend — it’s a matter of skin health. Medical experts say the skin on ...

VTAMA demonstrated early and consistent response rates in disease severity and itch improvements, measured by the Validated Investigator Global Assessment for Atopic Dermatitis (vIGA-AD™) and Peak ...

The rainy season not only brings about floods and heavy traffic; it also brings about itchy rashes and dangerous skin infections. “People often focus on staying dry to avoid colds or dengue, but skin ...

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

Evidence for home remedies treating vaginal yeast infections remains mostly anecdotal and limited. Some options, like Greek yogurt, probiotics, coconut oil, and boric acid suppositories, have ...

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A fungal nail infection is less infectitious than athletes foot (because the infection is inside the nail) but you should take care not to share your towels. Standard anti-fungal creams don't ...

Swollen lymph nodes in the groin are often caused by infections or injuries affecting the lower body, but they may also be a sign of something more serious. Consult a doctor for any lymph node ...