Boils and cysts are two types of growths on the body. Also known as furuncles, boils are pockets of pus (a creamy, white substance) on the skin caused by bacteria infecting hair follicles.

Cellulitis is a bacterial infection that develops in your skin. It can affect any part of your body, including your groin area. Even though it can infect your groin, it does not spread directly ...

With the arrival of a new, highly contagious fungal infection in NYC, health experts are sharing what you need to know to keep yourself safe. An unidentified NYC man in his 30s was diagnosed with the ...

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition characterized by painful bumps in the skin. It often occurs where the skin rubs together, such as in the underarms, breasts, ...

Different types of belly button infections can cause different symptoms, but most skin infections cause redness, tenderness or pain, and swelling. You may also have pus, drainage or discharge, or skin ...