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Skin Infections Definition
Common names:
  • Infected Skin
  • Skin Infections
A person with a skin infection has inflammation of the skin, usually caused by bacteria. Fungi, viruses and parasites may also cause skin infections.

The most common skin infections include:
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Last Updated: Sep 9, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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