One of the classic skin infections I see during the summer months is an infection called impetigo. Impetigo (not infantigo as some parents say), is a bacterial skin infection characterized by tiny ...

I just got a text message and photos from a young grandperson who had tender scabs on her face that developed in the last two days. She was understandably very concerned. She had seen a nurse in the ...

Rashes in kids are rarely a reason for concern. Treatments can help relieve the itch, and you can talk with a doctor to rule out any serious causes. Share on Pinterest Kwangmoozaa/Getty Images Skin ...

Many conditions can cause rashes on an infant’s or child’s chest. These include fungal, bacterial, and viral infections, such as chickenpox, or allergic reactions, such as hives. Children’s rashes and ...

The two classic forms of impetigo are bullous and nonbullous. Bullous impetigo is sometimes considered a localized form of SSSS. Although found in groups of all ages, impetigo is most commonly seen in ...