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Glossary Skin Infections

invasion of skin by harmful microorganisms causing redness and swelling

Skin infections are conditions where harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites invade the skin, leading to symptoms like redness, swelling, pain, and sometimes pus. Common examples include cellulitis, impetigo, and fungal infections like athlete's foot. These infections can range from mild to severe and may require treatments like antibiotics or antifungal medications.

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research Community-Associated Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Skin and Soft Tissue Infections

18 citations , November 2008 in “Disease-a-Month”

This study developed a multifunctional injectable hydrogel that effectively provided hemostasis and accelerated healing of infected skin wounds, demonstrating significant potential for clinical wound dressing applications.

research Dermoscopy of skin infestations and infections (entomodermoscopy) – Part I: dermatozoonoses and bacterial infections

13 citations , October 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

This article discusses how dermoscopy, particularly "entomodermoscopy," aids in diagnosing skin infestations and infectious dermatoses, enhancing clinical evaluations, and monitoring treatment efficacy for conditions like scabies, pediculosis, myiasis, and tungiasis.

research Skin infections among infants and parental awareness: Is there any relationship?

October 2014 in “Our Dermatology Online”

This study found that mesotherapy with dutasteride effectively reduced or stopped hair loss and promoted new hair growth in males with androgenetic alopecia.

research The genetic basis of dermatophytosis skin infection susceptibility

March 2026 in “Nature Communications”

In this study, researchers conducted a large genome-wide association meta-analysis and found 30 significant genetic loci linked to the risk of dermatophytosis, shedding light on the roles of keratin biology, skin barrier defects, immune dysfunction, and obesity in the disease.

Skin Diseases and Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Patients With HIV/AIDS at the City Institute for Skin and Venereal Diseases in Belgrade: A Case Series of 38 Patients

research Skin Diseases and Sexually Transmitted Infections among Patients with HIV infection/AIDS referred at the City Institute for Skin and Venereal Diseases in Belgrade: a Case Series of 38 Patients

2 citations , September 2013 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology”

This study found a high prevalence of sexually transmitted infections, particularly anogenital warts and syphilis, among HIV-infected adults in Serbia, underscoring the importance of education on safe sex practices.

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community GHK-Cu peptide injections - what is your experience?

13 upvotes 6 months ago

GHK-Cu peptide injections are discussed for hair growth, but users report mixed results and suggest focusing on DHT management first. Some users combine GHK-Cu with treatments like Minoxidil and Dutasteride, but emphasize its benefits for skin rather than hair.

community How to take care of the microneedler?

in Microneedling 7 upvotes 1 year ago

Disinfecting microneedlers is important to prevent infection, with suggestions to use high-percentage alcohol or denture tablets for sterilization. Rollers may cause skin damage, so stamps or pens are recommended for safer microneedling.

community Does dermarolling actually work?

in Microneedling 30 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling's effectiveness for hair growth is debated, with some users reporting positive results when combined with Minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential skin damage and infections. Tretinoin is suggested as an alternative to enhance Minoxidil absorption.

community 20MTF Results on the crown from 1 year on estrogen injections

468 upvotes 6 months ago

Estrogen injections significantly improved hair growth, particularly on the crown, after stopping finasteride. Monotherapy with estrogen led to hairline improvement, but also caused sterility and potential feminization effects.

community How to microneedle without infection

in Microneedling 5 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling can cause infections if not done carefully; users suggest using alcohol swabs and reducing needle depth to avoid issues. Proper sanitation and gentle pressure are key to preventing bleeding and infection.

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learn Hydrocortisone

Can hydrocortisone be used together with other treatments like minoxidil or steroid injections? Clinicians do use a mild steroid cream to settle the scalp irritation minoxidil can cause, but no verified trial tests hydrocortisone added to minoxidil or to corticosteroid injections, and prolonged scalp use risks skin thinning — combining it is a decision to take with a prescriber.
What are the risks of long-term hydrocortisone use on the scalp? Dermatology reviews describe long-term topical corticosteroid use as causing skin thinning, delayed healing, greater infection risk, possible suppression of the body's own cortisol, and rebound flares on stopping — and over-the-counter hydrocortisone labels limit use to about a week without a doctor's direction.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Are the pigments used in scalp micropigmentation safe? Providers describe SMP pigments as safe, medical-grade and made for the scalp, but those are supplier and clinic descriptions rather than regulatory approvals: no colour additive is approved for injection into the skin, and allergic reactions to tattoo pigment are documented.
Is scalp micropigmentation safe? Providers describe scalp micropigmentation as low-risk when a trained practitioner uses sterile single-use equipment, but that is a provider claim rather than a regulatory finding: pigment allergy, infection and colour change are documented risks of cosmetic tattooing.