The recognition of the bacteria family Bartonellaceae , genus Bartonella has expanded during the past decade from the single Bartonella bacilliformis to 17 currently identified species (Table 1). At least six of these ( B. bacilliformis, B. henselae, B. quintana, B. elizabethae , B. clarridgeiae and B. vinsonni arupensis ) are responsible for human diseases. 1,2 The growing knowledge in this fi...

Intertrigo is a superficial inflammatory dermatitis occurring on two closely opposed skin surfaces as a result of moisture, friction, and lack of ventilation. Bodily secretions, including perspiration, urine, and feces, often exacerbate skin inflammation. Physical examination of skin folds reveals regions of erythema with peripheral scaling. Excessive friction and inflammation can cause skin br...

SSTIs can be defined as an inflammatory microbial invasion of the epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous tissues.2 the presence of bacteria over the skin surface or even on an ulcer doesn’t mean that this microbe is responsible for the pathology. Unless there are signs of inflammation over the skin surface, result of wound swab culture should be viewed with suspicion and all efforts should be under...

Infections of the skin by various species of the yeast Candida, commonly C. albicans, have become more frequent in recent years, and their recognition and treatment are important. These fungi are frequent commensals in animals and men, and are present in the alimentary tract and mucosa of many people. They may become pathogenic on the skin if local and general conditions become suitable. They p...

The spectrum of skin and soft tissue infections seen by the primary care physician can be as benign as folliculitis to as life-threatening as NF. Cellulitis remains the most common skin and soft tissue infection seen in primary care. The ever present danger of ca-MRSA, however, has changed the way primary care physicians approach the common problem of cellulitis. The presence of risk factors fo...

of opinion that there is always an hysterical basis and that the evidences of toxaemia are the consequence of dehydration. He supports his view by striking instances of severe cases relieved by pure suggestion; and although there has been opposition from those who accept the traditional toxaemic hypothesis, I think he has gained adherents among practitioners with considerable obstetric experien...