Section 2
Microbial Diseases of the Skin
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Structure of the Skin: Epidermis
The epidermis includes five main layers: the stratum corneum, stratum lucidium, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, and stratum germinativum.
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Microbiota of the Skin
The skin flora, more properly referred to as the skin microbiome or skin microbiota, are the microorganisms that reside on the skin.
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Bacterial Skin Diseases
Bacterial skin infections include impetigo, erysipelas, and cellulitis.
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Viral Skin Diseases
Virus-related cutaneous conditions include cold sores, shingles, and warts.
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Fungal Skin and Nail Diseases
Common fungal skin diseases include athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm.
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Parasitic Skin Diseases
Parasites can cause skin infections and common examples include creeping eruption, lice, and scabies.