Bacterial Infections Of The Skin

Types

Cause

Symptoms

Affected Area

Cure

Preventive Measure

Cellulitus

Scratches on the skin or from animal bites.

Redness, pain, swelling in the infected area.

Mostly affects the leg.

Oral antibiotics or intravenous antibiotics.

Apply lotion and maintain good skin hygiene.

Folliculitis

Infection of the hair follicles 

A) Red pimples.

B) Furuncles/Boils - deeper infections leading to pus in the follicles.

C) Carbuncles - group of infected hair follicles.

Any part of the body with hair such as the face, scalp, thighs, underarms, and groin area.

Topical antibiotics or surgical cut and drainage in severe cases.

Wash affected area with antibacterial soap, follow up with antibiotic ointment.

Impetigo

Contagious skin infection.

Tenderness, itching, sores, or blisters that burst and form a yellow crust.

Children are susceptible to spread through direct contact. Different parts of the body like the face, arms, legs, armpits, neck folds, and diaper areas.

Topical ointment or oral antibiotic.

Avoid scratching the blisters or sores. Cut the fingernails and cover the affected areas with bandages or gauze.