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About Skin Infections
Fast Relief. Healthy Skin Restored.
We diagnose and treat common skin infections—tinea, scabies, boils, herpes, and more—using evidence-based antimicrobials and dermatologic interventions. Our team ensures accurate labs, tailored treatments, and comprehensive guidance to restore healthy skin safely and effectively.
Types of Skin Infections
Targeted Care for Skin Infections
We treat fungal, bacterial, viral, and parasitic skin infections like tinea, boils, herpes, and scabies with precise, personalized care.
Tinea
Fungal infection causing circular patches—treated with topical/oral antifungals.
Scabies
Mite infestation causing intense itching—managed with topical permethrin treatment.
Boils/Furuncles
Deep bacterial infections treated via drainage and antibiotics.

Herpes Simplex
Viral blisters treated with oral antivirals.
Cellulitis
Bacterial skin infection requiring systemic antibiotic therapy.
Impetigo
Superficial bacterial infection—pustules treated with topical or oral antibiotics.

Causes of Skin Infections
- Fungal Exposure: Skin contact with damp, contaminated surfaces causing fungal infections.
- Mite Infestation: Close contact spreads scabies mites between individuals.
- Bacterial Entry: Cuts, hair follicles permit bacterial infection resulting in boils.
- Virus Activation: HSV-1 or HSV-2 reactivates during stress, causing blisters.
- Poor Hygiene: Increases risk of cellulitis or impetigo.

Treatments of Skin Infections
- Topical Antifungals: Eliminate fungal infections like tinea and athlete’s foot.
- Oral Antifungals: For widespread or resistant fungal skin diseases.
- Permethrin Cream: Eliminates scabies mites and relieves itching.
- Drainage + Antibiotics: Treat boils through incision followed by bactericidal medication.
- Oral Antivirals: Manage herpes outbreaks effectively with medication.
Cost of Skin Infections
Cost of Skin Infections
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. How long to treat tinea?
2–4 weeks topical, longer if widespread or recurrent.
2. Is scabies contagious?
Yes—requires treating patient and close contacts to avoid reinfestation.
3. Should boils be lanced professionally?
Yes—medical drainage and antibiotics ensure proper healing and infection control.
4. Are antivirals effective for herpes?
Yes—they reduce outbreak duration and severity when taken early.
5. When should cellulitis see a doctor?
Immediate medical attention is needed for redness, swelling, fever symptoms.