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Your skin helps protect you from germs, but sometimes it can get infected by them. Some common types of skin infections are:

Bacterial: Cellulitis and impetigo (Staphylococcal infections can also affect the skin.)
Viral: Shingles, warts and herpes simplex
Fungal: Athlete's foot and yeast infections
Parasitic: Body lice, head lice and scabies

Treatment of skin infections depends on the cause.

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Skin Infections

Skin infections are common. Once evaluated by a dermatologist, a treatment plan can be established.