At Tempe Primary Care in Tempe, AZ, patients receive expert care for a wide range of skin conditions. Frank Rosenberg, FNP-C, holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Northern Arizona University and brings over 30 years of healthcare experience. His background includes emergency, trauma, and intensive care, as well as leadership in family medicine and wound management.
Signs of Bacterial Skin Infections
These infections can be painful and quick to spread. Recognizing the symptoms early is key to getting relief. Here are signs that may point to a bacterial cause:
- Red, swollen, or warm skin: Especially if the area is expanding.
- Pus or drainage: A sign of infection under the surface.
- Fever or fatigue: May indicate the infection is spreading.
- Skin breakdown or ulcers: Often seen in diabetic or immunocompromised patients.
Bacterial infections like cellulitis, impetigo, and abscesses can escalate without treatment. Early care improves healing and prevents complications.
When Fungal Rashes Need Treatment
Fungal infections are common but often mistaken for eczema or irritation. They thrive in warm, damp environments like shoes, underarms, or skin folds. Consider seeing a provider if you notice:
- Persistent itching or peeling: Especially between toes or in groin areas.
- Rashes with defined, scaly borders: Often circular and slowly spreading.
- Recurring athlete’s foot or jock itch: These often return without proper care.
- No improvement with over-the-counter antifungals: May indicate a more stubborn strain.
With accurate diagnosis, prescription antifungals can stop the infection and prevent its spread to others.
How to Spot Viral Skin Conditions
Viral skin infections can be uncomfortable and contagious. Knowing the signs can help you act quickly and limit the spread. Some symptoms to look out for include:
- Blistering rashes: As seen with shingles or herpes simplex.
- Clusters of small red bumps: May itch or burn.
- Painful sores: Often around the mouth, nose, or genitals.
- Fatigue or fever before the rash appears: A sign of systemic infection.
Conditions like shingles and molluscum contagiosum benefit from early medical guidance to reduce discomfort and transmission.
Get Relief from Skin Infections Fast
Don’t let a skin infection slow you down. Call 602-283-0080 today for expert treatment of skin infections in Tempe and Mesa, AZ.
