Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are known as atypical mycobacteria. That means they’re related to tuberculosis, but they don’t cause the same disease. In fact, NTM are generally harmless. That’s a ...

The first large-scale genetic study of E. coli's protective armor has identified the five capsule types that are responsible ...

Cellulitis may have different symptoms depending on the type of bacteria involved and where on your body it affects. These factors may influence which antibiotics a doctor prescribes to treat ...

The first large-scale genetic study of E. coli's protective armor has identified the five capsule types that are responsible ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued an alert to health care providers about bacterial infections as a strain of the meningococcal disease begins to circulate within the United ...

Fungal nail infections are called onychomycosis. Many types of fungi can cause nail infections, but some common types include Trichophyton rubrum and Trichophyton interdigitale. Fungi are organisms ...

Infection is the leading cause of death in LR-MDS patients, responsible for 24.6% of deaths within a year of diagnosis. Key risk factors for infection include intermediate or higher IPSS-R risk, ...

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...

A toe infection can cause pain, swelling, redness, and pus discharge. Types of toe infections include a range of bacterial or fungal infections, trauma, and ingrown toenails. These infections, while ...

A study of 374,000 people finds that severe infections, such as UTIs and pneumonia, significantly increase dementia risk independently of other illnesses.

So it feels like your vagina is on fire. Let me first say, I’m so sorry you’re here. You might initially assume you’re dealing with a yeast infection—it’s just the vagina problem with the best PR. And ...