Tea tree oil, derived from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia plant native to Australia, is a popular essential oil ...

Small red painful bumps over the scalp at the base of the hair are not uncommon. This occurs in children and adults as well. It commonly occurs due to inflammation of hair follicles, due to infection.

A new study has found that certain bacteria living in the nose may influence how likely someone is to get a COVID-19 infection. The research reveals that certain types of nasal bacteria can affect the ...

S trep infections are most well known for causing strep throat, which can be treated with antibiotics. But this type of ...

The results of ongoing research by Amprologix, a spinout company at the University of Plymouth, will be presented to leading ...

A study published in the journal Cell Host & Microbe by Brazilian and American researchers suggests that a diet rich in ...

Increased heat and humidity during summer can cause scalp infections due to sweat, oil production, and poor hygiene.

Proper summer scalp care can prevent issues like dandruff, irritation, and hair loss. Essential tips include using a hat or ...

Mix honey with turmeric and apply to the bumps on the scalp to reduce inflammation. A paste made from colloidal oatmeal, ...

If you’re experiencing a flaking, itching scalp, you may do a quick self-diagnosis of dandruff. But that flaking and itching ...

Most cases of nocardiosis start out as lung infections, in which pus-filled cavities, or abscesses containing the bacteria, ...

The NHS has issued guidance on a bacterial illness that peaks from ... with some locations experiencing infection rates up to 10%. Often initially undetected, tick bites can manifest later with ...