Skin problems come from microbes like viruses, bacteria, fungi that infect your skin and the deep tissues. Skin infections can occur anytime through stings, cuts, piercings, bites, tattoos, or punctures. Some conditions occur at the skin’s surface, but sometimes they can go deeper. If the infection is minor, you can treat it at home; otherwise, it requires a doctor’s care.Â
Every skin problem has its symptoms and severity. Some signs of skin infections include red skin around the wound, blisters or sores, increased pain, swelling, leaking fluid or pus, feverishness, failure of wound healing even after a few days, etc. Sometimes eczema can result in skin infections because the breaks in the skin pave the path for the germs to enter into the skin.Â
Types And Causes Of Skin Infections
1. ImpetigoÂ
It is a highly contagious and common skin infection. It mainly affects infants and young children. First, you will notice reddish sores appearing on your face, especially around the mouth, nose, and extremities. After about a week, the source will burst and develop a honey-colored crust. The causative agent of this skin infection is strep or staph bacteria.Â
2. MRSA
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus is a problematic skin infection to treat due to its resistance to some antibiotics. This infection mainly spreads in hospitals, schools, healthcare facilities, etc. It is a bacterial infection in which painful red bumps like spider bites or pimples occur.Â
3. Ringworm
Though it has a worm in its name, it has nothing to do with worms. In this skin infection, you will notice the circular shape of the rash and raised sports that are dark in color. It is a fungal infection that can occur anywhere in the body and is itchy and red.
4. Boils
It is one of the most common types of skin infection, and the causative agent is staph bacteria. In this infection, you will notice your skin getting swollen and reddish, and pus develops over an oil gland or hair follicle, and if it breaks open, the pus-filled will drain out. It is a painful skin infection, and warm compresses can help the fluid drain.
5. Cellulitis
Cellulitis is a severe bacterial skin infection in which the skin appears red and swollen. The other thing is that it is excruciating and warm to the touch. It mainly affects the skin on the lower legs, but it also occurs on the arms, face, and other body areas. The main symptom of this skin infection is swelling.Â
