Athlete’s foot, a prevalent ailment, extends beyond its apparent discomfort and unpleasant odors, offering insights into the broader realm of fungal infections. Despite its seemingly benign nature, ...

Foot fungus, also known as athlete’s foot, is a common condition that affects many people worldwide. This fungal infection primarily targets the skin on the feet, but if left untreated, it can spread ...

Board-certified and Cincinnati-based dermatologist Dr. Alexandra Bowles says there’s a reason your foot and toenail fungus is so persistent and may seem impossible to eliminate for good. Thriving in ...

The NHS has issued a warning on its website, alerting people to a "common" issue. Urging people to seek help, it notes that ...

Hospitals, nursing homes and other medical facilities are struggling to gain ground on a drug-resistant and deadly fungus ...

The potentially deadly fungus has infected over 7,000 people in the U.S. so far this year, and is resistant to many drugs.

Itchy skin, cracked heels, red feet...athlete's foot is more than just unsightly, it can be downright painful! When most folks spot an infection, they typically reach for antifungal medications. But ...

More worryingly, if left unattended, the infection could spread to the nails, leading to a more serious fungal infection.

Fungus can do a lot for us — make bread, make beer and cure infections, in the case of penicillin. But when the fungus infects us, well, that’s not nearly as much fun as beer. From your head to your ...

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 ...