Skin Disease

Infections can vary from mild to serious. Most skin infections are highly treatable. However, an infection can become more serious if it goes deeper into the skin or spreads across much of the body.

People with a weakened immune system have a higher risk of skin infections and complications from skin infections. This could be due to:

a health condition, such as HIV, diabetes, poor circulation, or malnutrition

a side effect of medication, such as chemotherapy or biologic drug use

being older or very young

have skin folds due to obesity

Over-the-counter medications and home remedies can often treat mild infections, but other infections may need medical attention.