Fungal Infections

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• Abscess

  People can get abscesses on the skin, under the skin, in a tooth, or even inside the body. Most abscesses are caused by infection, so it can help to know what to do. Find out in this article for teens.

• What’s the Difference Between Infectious and Contagious?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Jock Itch

  Jock itch is a pretty common fungal infection of the groin and upper thighs. It is generally easy to treat - and avoid - by following a few simple steps.

• Ringworm

  Ringworm isn't a worm at all - it's the name for a type of fungal skin infection. The good news is that ringworm is easy to treat.

• Athlete’s Foot

  Although the name athlete's foot sounds funny, if you have this skin infection, you're probably not laughing. The good news is that it is generally easy to treat.

• Vaginal Yeast Infections

  What exactly is a yeast infection? Can anything be done to prevent it?