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| (Showing results 1 - 10) | | 1. |  | Impetigo | | Impetigo is a contagious skin infection that usually produces blisters or sores on the face, neck, hands, and diaper area. It's one of the most common skin infections among kids.
| | 2. | | Diaper Rash | | Diaper rash is a very common infection that can cause a baby's skin to become sore, red, scaly, and tender. In most cases, it clears up with simple changes in diapering.
| | 3. | | Tinea (Ringworm, Jock Itch, Athlete's Foot) | | Jock itch, athlete's foot, and ringworm are all types of fungal skin infections known collectively as tinea. Most are easily preventable and treatable.
| | 4. | | Eczema | | Most kids get itchy rashes at one time or another. But eczema can be a nuisance that may prompt scratching that can only make the problem worse.
| | 5. | | Cellulitis | | Cellulitis is an infection of the skin and underlying tissues that can affect any area of the body. It begins in an area of broken skin, like a cut or scratch.
| | 6. | | Sun Safety | | By teaching kids how to enjoy fun in the sun safely, parents can reduce their risk for developing skin cancer.
| | 7. | | Skin Infections Instruction Sheet | | Skin abscesses or boils (a collection of pus in the skin) and cellulitis (bacterial infection of the deeper layers of the skin and tissues beneath) are typical childhood skin infections. The usual bacterial suspects in skin infections are strep or staph, both requiring medical treatment.
| | 8. | | Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke Instruction Sheet | | During hot, humid weather, the body's internal temperature can rise and can result in heat exhaustion, which can progress to heatstroke if not treated quickly.
| | 9. |  | Impetigo | | Impetigo is a strange-sounding word that might be new to you. It's an infection of the skin caused by bacteria. Read this article to learn more about it.
| | 10. | | Taking Care of Your Skin | | What does your skin ask for in return for all the wonderful things it does? Just a little care and consideration, so learn more about taking care of your skin by reading our article for kids.
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