Infections and Sores
- Body Odour
Body smells are caused by a number of factors working in combination, including, Chemicals in sweat, wastes excreted through the skin, such as metabolised alcohol,the actions of bacteria that live on the skin and feed on dead skin cells and ...
- Boils
A boil is an infection of a hair follicle, caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus.
- Cellulitis
Cellulitis is an infection of the skin caused by bacteria. The bacteria enters the broken or normal skin and can spread easily to the tissue under the skin.
- Ingrown Toenail
One of the most common problems treated by podiatrists are ingrown toenails. Causes may include incorrect nail cutting technique, trauma (such as stubbing your toe), nails that naturally curve sharply on the sides and dig into the skin wearing ...
Last updated: 22 May, 2012
Last reviewed: 22 May, 2012
