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 ...

BLISTERS MIGHT NOT seem like a big deal—until you get one and remember how debilitating they can be. These painful skin lesions are caused by friction when your skin rubs against your shoes, says ...

It's a universal truth that blisters are the worst (and very painful!). Here, an expert shares his tips on how to get rid of blisters. While I’ve always shied away from popping them in the past, ...

May 23, 2012 — Correct multidisciplinary treatment of common diabetic foot infections can reduce amputations, according to guidelines for diagnosis and treatment issued by the Infectious Diseases ...

Blisters are bubbles of fluid that appear on your skin. Though these fluid-filled sores may be tempting to pop, dermatologists usually advise against it. However, there are some special cases where ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- This week is Nurse Appreciation Week. It's a week when we take a moment to honor those on the frontlines, taking care of patients, and this year has been especially difficult for ...

CHICAGO -- Health officials in the mid-Atlantic region have recently reported a rise in hand, foot and mouth disease, or HFMD. There were 197 emergency department visits related to the disease in ...

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) forms three genetically different inherited disorders; they include simplex, junctional and dystrophic bullosa. All three types share some major features: genetic ...