Human skin may contain different types of bacteria and germs. Bacteria germinate quickly on the skin which is inflamed. The skin may become more inflamed when bacteria grow on it. There is secretion of substances by the bacteria that enhance the inflammation of the skin. It is very easy for micro-organisms to enter into a person’s body via skin. Skin is exposed to several types of germs and bacteria which may cause cracking and inflammation of the skin. As bacteria grow in large numbers, inflammation keeps on increasing. Antimicrobial substances are used for the treatment of bacterial infections. Bacteria may produce allergic reaction on the skin and lead to the skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, etc. Antimicrobial skin creams are recommended for inhibiting the growth of bacteria. Moist skin is more prone to infections. Dampness increases the growth of bacteria.

If there is exudation of pus and sticky substance from the skin, it means that it is infected with bacteria. Symptoms may become worse one exposure to damp weather. There is redness and swelling of the affected skin. It is best to use natural remedies for application on the affected part of the skin because topical steroids may produce skin reactions in some individuals that may worsen the skin inflammation. There is short term relief from using topical steroids and symptoms may come back after short period of time.

Causes of microbial infection

There are some common causes that may produce microbial or bacterial infection of the skin. Some of the common causes that can produce bacterial infection of the skin are:

Children who play in dust and do not change clothes or wash their hands may suffer from skin infections. Different types of germs are present in the soil that may contaminate the skin.

Sometimes bacteria and germs may enter our body through the food and water that we drink. Therefore, we should eat food and drink water from trusted sources only.

Family history of skin infections also predisposes certain individuals to skin infections. Skin diseases such as dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis may run in families.

Certain allergens such as pollen grains, nuts, fruits, eggs, wheat flour, etc. may produce allergic symptoms in people that may cause inflammation of the skin.

Symptoms of microbial or bacterial infection

Some of the localised symptoms of bacterial infection are:

• There is redness and itching of the skin
• Skin may become swollen
• There is burning on the skin
• Fever may be present due to inflammation of the skin
• Patient may feel tired and weak

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Homeopathic allergic remedies

Homeopathy is safe and effective for skin allergy treatment. Topi sulphur cream is an antimicrobial cream that helps in reducing the inflammation and itching of the skin. Topi sulphur cream consists of homeopathic allergy remedies that quickly help in reducing the inflammation of the skin. It is an itching cream and helps in reducing the itching of the skin produced by bacterial infection. This homeopathic antimicrobial cream is useful for any type of skin infection. It may be applied locally to any parts of the skin where inflammation may occur. It is also a suitable itching cream for children and infants who suffer from nappy rash. The homeopathic allergy remedies found in this cream are useful for reducing all the signs and symptoms of allergy quickly and effectively. Topi sulphur cream consists of the following homeopathic remedy for microbial or bacterial skin infection:

Sulphur: Sulphur is an excellent homeopathic remedy recommended for all types of skin diseases. It helps in reducing pain, itching and burning of the skin. It quickly helps in reducing the symptoms of skin inflammation. It reduces the swelling of the skin that may be produced during bacterial infection of the skin. Sulphur is a wonderful skin remedy for acne, nappy rash and other skin diseases. It stops the growth of bacteria at the site of infection and reduces signs and symptoms.

Home remedies for microbial skin infection

Home remedies are very useful in preventing the inflammation of the skin. There are many useful home remedies that may help you to prevent skin infection and inflammation. Some of the useful home remedies for skin diseases are:

• • • Turmeric is an excellent home remedy useful for inflammation of the skin. One should take a glass of warm milk and add half tea spoon of turmeric powder. Drink it every day at least once in a day. Turmeric is a traditional remedy that is known to possess antimicrobial properties.
    • Garlic is another useful remedy that helps in boosting up the immunity and preventing skin infections. One can make a paste of garlic and mix it with coconut oil. Apply this mixture on the affected area of the skin to get quick relief from burning and itching of the skin.
    • Application of coconut oil on the affected parts of the skin also gives relief from itching and burning of the skin.
    • One should eat healthy and balanced diet to boost up the immune system and to prevent recurrent infections of the skin.
    • One should get rid of stress because mental stress can aggravate the intensity of physical symptoms such as itching and burning of the skin.
    • Drink more water to detoxify the chemicals from the body. Water helps in removing the harmful chemicals from the skin and prevents irritation and burning of the skin.

Precautions to prevent skin infections

Some useful tips for preventing skin infections are given below:

• • Don’t leave your lotions and creams in open as it may contaminate them with germs. Wash your hands before application of the skin creams on the affected parts of the skin. This will help to remove the germs from your hands.
  • You can add moisturizers or anti bacterial solutions to the bathing water as it quickly helps in killing the germs present on your skin.
  • Do not scratch the skin as it will lead to deeper penetration of the germs.
  • Cut your nails regularly because germs can be present in your nails that may contaminate your skin when you will touch the affected parts of your skin.