The most common causes of acute salivary gland infections are bacteria, especially Staphylococcus aureus, or staph. Viruses and fungi can also cause infection in the glands. (Mumps is an example of a ...

Scales and dryness on the skin of the eyelids from blepharitis may cause them to curve up or down, which may lead to drying of the cornea (the clear layer on the front of the eye) or enable your ...

Prevention and Management. Preventing staph infections in eczema patients requires a multi-pronged approach. Dr. Sabra Leitenberger, an associate professor of pediatric dermatology at Oregon Health & ...

Compr Ophthalmol Update. 2005;6(2):85-101. Antimicrobial medications for conjunctivitis are typically given as one drop (or one-half inch of ointment) four times daily for 5-7 days. Ointments have ...

How to Prevent Staph Infections. 1. Wash your hands briskly for at least 20 seconds and dry them thoroughly with a disposable towel. If possible, use another clean towel to turn the faucet off and ...

Regarding other ocular alterations, 16% of the dogs developed blepharitis. Edema, seborrheic dry exudate and thickening with a fibrotic appearance of the eyelids were also observed in one animal (Fig.

Former UFC fighter and Bellator champion Ben Askren is in critical condition after contracting pneumonia. After several reports that Askren was facing a significant health scare due to a staph ...

However, Dr. Lipoff says, the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus—a.k.a. staph—is often behind belly button infections because it tends to cause many skin infections in general.

The treatment protocol for multifactorial ocular surface disease with Demodex blepharitis encompasses both conventional and advanced therapeutic approaches. Initial management for the young adult ...

Christopher E. Starr, MD, discusses how to identify, diagnose, and effectively treat Demodex blepharitis in both preoperative cataract patients and contact lens wearers, highlighting the importance of ...

Blepharitis can be caused by bacteria, dandruff, rosacea, mites, and herpesvirus. Washing the eyes and eye area and applying warm compresses may be enough to treat blepharitis, but antibiotics may ...

Former UFC fighter Ben Askren is in critical condition with a severe staph infection, prompting support from the MMA and wrestling communities. Long after fighters leave the cage or mat, health ...