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• Athlete's Foot for Kids

  
  

  Anyone can get athlete's foot. Find out how to avoid this itchy skin condition in this article for kids.

• Jock Itch for Kids

  
  

  Jock itch is a pretty common skin infection of the groin and upper thighs. It is usually affects teens, but sometimes kids can get it. Find out what it is and how to prevent it in this article for kids.

• Word! Ringworm for Kids

  
  

  Ringworm isn't a worm at all. It's an infection on the skin or nails caused by a fungus.

• Ringworm for Kids

  
  

  Ringworm isn't a worm at all - it's the name for a type of fungal skin infection. The good news is that ringworm is easy to treat.

• Word! Yeast Infection for Kids

  
  

  A yeast infection is a skin infection caused by a fungus called candida. It can cause white spots in the mouth or an itchy, red rash.

• Pneumocystis Pneumonia for Parents

  
  

  Pneumocystis pneumonia can affect infants who have AIDS, cancer, or other conditions that affect the immune system.

• Dandruff for Parents

  
  

  Got flakes? Most cases of dandruff don't require a visit to a doctor's office. Treat them at home with special, over-the-counter dandruff shampoos.

• Jock Itch for Teens

  
  

  Jock itch is a pretty common fungal infection of the groin and upper thighs. It is generally easy to treat - and avoid - by following a few simple steps.

• Jock Itch for Parents

  
  

  Jock itch is a pretty common fungal infection of the groin and upper thighs. It is generally easy to treat and prevent.

• Vaginal Yeast Infections for Teens

  
  

  What are vaginal yeast infections? Can anything be done to prevent them?