William Truswell, MD, FACS, operates his own cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgery practice. Dr. Truswell was the first in his area in Western Massachusetts to have an accredited private office ...

It starts with discomfort—an itch, a burning sensation or an urgent need to visit the bathroom—and you can’t help but wonder: what’s going on? For many women, the symptoms of thrush (a yeast infection ...

A yeast infection develops when an excessive amount of yeast grows somewhere on or within the body. When it develops under the breast, it is often referred to as candidal intertrigo. Typically, this ...

Dermatology observations indicate that this weakened barrier is one of the primary reasons fungal infections can develop even ...

A fungal skin infection occurs when a fungus (such as yeast or mold) grows and creates a reaction on your skin surface. Fungi (the plural of “fungus”) spread by releasing particles called spores into ...

CBD may slow fungal growth and reduce inflammation, but more research is needed. Human skin is home to a wide variety of microorganisms, and an imbalance in this microbiome can lead to various skin ...

We explore the disconnect between mycological cure and cosmetic recovery in Tinea Versicolor, focusing on managing patient ...

Paronychia is a skin infection that develops around the nail. It occurs when bacteria or fungi get under the skin. Paronychia can result from biting or chewing the nails, but it is more common when ...

There's a potentially troubling fungal skin infection with a case detected in New York City to be aware of as we gather to celebrate Pride Month and the warm summer weather. According to experts, ...

Scientists have discovered a genetic process which could unlock new ways to treat a mysterious and deadly fungal infection ...