There are many different types of skin infections in dermatology. Several of the more common infections include:

• Superficial fungal infections:
  • Ringworm (i.e. athlete’s foot, jock’s itch)
  • Pityriasis versicolor
  • Toenail fungus
  • Candida
• Superficial bacterial infections:
  • Impetigo
  • Erysipelas
  • Boils, furuncles, carbuncles, and abscesses
  • Folliculitis
• Viruses:
  • Chickenpox and Shingles
  • Herpes
  • Molluscum
  • Warts
  • Roseola
  • Pityriasis rosea
• Mites – such as scabies and demodex
• Parasites – such as lice