Infectious Skin Diseases

Ringworm, commonly known in the Philippines as “buni,” is a skin disease that is caused by fungi that stays in the dead tissues of the skin, nails, scalp, hair, and other body parts. Despite its name, ringworm is not caused by parasitic worms, but it is still highly contagious. People of any age can acquire […]

Athlete's foot is one of the most common types of fungal infection. And because it's such a common condition, knowing how to treat athlete's foot is very important. Athlete's foot itself might not be life-threatening, but it can cause a lot of discomfort, and even pain if left untreated. Read on to find out what this […]

Developing a red, itchy rash is common especially when we experience insect bites. However, a red, itchy rash could also be indicative of ringworm or "buni"– a skin infection. In this article, we’ll talk about the different things you can do to cure ringworm fast. https://hellodoctor.com.ph/skin-health/skin-infections/skin-infection-causes-treatment/ What is a Ringworm Infection? Despite its name, a ringworm infection doesn’t […]

When a microorganism goes inside a person’s body then causes harm, it is called an infection. If you are wondering about common skin infections in the Philippines, here are some fast facts about the types along with skin infection causes and treatment. Types of Infections Before we discuss skin infection causes and treatment, it helps to first […]