A 32-year-old woman presents to the emergency department for evaluation of a worsening rash that begins at her navel and continues down both of her legs. The rash first appeared approximately 10 days ...

It's not uncommon for a baby's adorable little legs to develop skin rashes, seemingly out of nowhere. And while any skin abnormality is understandably a cause for concern, take comfort in knowing that ...

Lymphoma in the legs can cause swelling and skin rashes in addition to fever, unintentional weight loss, and fatigue. Treatment may include chemotherapy, radiation, and stem cell transplants. Your ...

Skin cancer on the leg typically appears as a small raised bump or a dark spot with uneven borders. However, its appearance can vary between individuals depending on a number of factors. Doctors ...

Cellulitis is an infection of the deep layers of the skin. It develops when bacteria enter through a cut, bite, or wound — including tiny breaks in cracked, dry skin. Common skin-dwelling bacteria, ...

Clinical Infectious Diseases publishes clinically relevant articles on the pathogenesis, clinical investigation, medical microbiology, diagnosis, immune mechanisms, and treatment of diseases caused by ...

What has caused a 42-year-old man with high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes to suddenly develop large blisters on his right lower leg? That's the question facing Madeline DeWane, MD, and Daniela ...

The patient’s presentation reveals a dependent vesicular purpuric rash with necrosis. The next step in treatment is to obtain the patient’s sexual history. The patient confirmed having unprotected ...