Skin Infections
Like any infection, a skin infection can lead to more serious health issues if left untreated, especially if it spreads throughout the body. Learn about the causes of skin infections, including severe burns and sunburns, and seek immediate treatment at Aspire Dermatology, with offices throughout Rhode Island.
Understanding Skin Infections
As an exposed organ, the skin is vulnerable to infections just like any other body organ—perhaps even more so due to constant exposure to external elements. Skin can be affected by burns, sun damage, cuts, wounds, chemical irritants, fungi, and bacteria. When the skin is infected, cells become overwhelmed and damaged, leading to symptoms such as sores, bleeding, pain, swelling, and fluid buildup. Aspire Dermatology’s expert staff, led by Dr. Jason Michaels, offers medical and surgical procedures, comprehensive skin evaluations, and an extensive scope of established treatment options to effectively treat a multitude of skin conditions. Our services include everything from skin screenings and cosmetic procedures to Mohs surgery.
Potential Causes of Skin Infections
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 44.6% of Americans experience skin infections. Causes of skin infections include:
- Severe burns or sunburns
- Scratching or irritating sores or ulcers
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Warts (an infection caused by the HPV virus)
- Ringworm
- Impetigo
- Eczema
- Shingles
- Scabies
- Measles or chickenpox
Skin Infection Treatments
Treatment typically involves antibiotics, antifungals, or antiviral medications (oral or topical) that can clear up a skin infection within days. In some cases, dermatologists at Aspire Dermatology, with 12 offices throughout Rhode Island, may need to remove abscesses, sores, or infected skin cells to promote healing from skin infections, severe burns, or sunburns.
Find Out if You Have a Skin Infection
Safeguard your skin’s health with experts with experience treating various skin conditions. Aspire Dermatology offers effective treatments for skin infections, severe burns, and sunburns. Visit one of their offices throughout Rhode Island.
Call (401) 239-1800 today to schedule a consultation. Accepting same day requests.