Most cases of nocardiosis start out as lung infections, in which pus-filled cavities, or abscesses containing the bacteria, ...

New research reveals alarming findings about hospital bacteria transmission linked to hidden surfaces and workers' hands.

Impetigo is a bacterial infection that affects your skin, causing sores and blisters. It can appear differently depending on the stage of infection, what part of your body it affects, and your ...

C. diff, a dangerous and highly contagious infection, spreads in hospitals much more than previously believed, especially ...

Sinus infections tend to linger longer than colds. “One of the most telling signs of bacterial sinusitis is ... they can do a skin prick test or blood test to find out what’s causing your ...

A bacterial infection that's especially prevalent between April and July can spread to the heart in severe cases ...

If a dog bite pierces the skin, bacteria can get into the body, which can cause an infection. This can cause symptoms, such as pain, swelling, and drainage from the wound. Washing the wound ...

Nocardia bacteria can then travel in the bloodstream ... instead of an internal infection. These skin lesions typically form across the hands, chest wall or buttocks. They may look like open ...