There are a number of infections, ranging from mild to life-threatening, that can occur when certain bacteria invade the skin ...

Butt bumps could be caused by a number of things, including acne, folliculitis, keratosis, and more — here's how to treat each condition.

Vaginal boils happen when the hair follicle oil glands in the skin get infected, leading to swelling or irritation in the genital area. Boils might not be a serious condition, but they may happen ...

Staph infections can affect any part of the body and range from mild to serious. Learn the signs of a staph infection and when to get treatment.

April 27, 2001 — -- A trip to the beauty salon was anything but pretty for more than 100 women in California. A contaminated pedicurist's footbath led to unsightly and potentially disfiguring ...