Skin Infections

noun a painful, pus-filled bump on the skin caused by an infected hair follicle

• The patient was diagnosed with a furuncle on his back and was prescribed antibiotics.
• I heard that Sarah had to go to the doctor to get her furuncle treated.
• Ugh, I have a gross furuncle on my arm and it hurts so bad.
• The corruption in the government was like a festering furuncle that needed to be lanced and drained.

noun a contagious skin infection caused by a fungus

adjective describing the type of infection caused by the fungus

• Ringworm is a common fungal infection that can affect the skin, hair, or nails.
• My cat had ringworm once, and it was a hassle to treat.
• I heard that ringworm is going around the wrestling team.
• The spread of misinformation can be like a ringworm, infecting minds and causing harm.

noun a medical condition characterized by inflammation of hair follicles

• Folliculitis is a common skin condition characterized by inflammation of the hair follicles.
• I have to be careful with shaving to avoid getting folliculitis on my legs.
• My brother always complains about his 'razor bumps' but it's just folliculitis.
• The political scandal spread through the government like a case of folliculitis.