Preventing Tick-Related Skin Infections
Learn to prevent tick-related skin infections through proper removal technique, bite site care, controlling itching, and recognizing infection warning signs from Dr. Tod Stillson
Tick Bite Infection Signs Parents Should Know
Learn tick bite infection warning signs including Lyme disease rash patterns, fever symptoms, and when to seek medical care from Dr. Tod Stillson at ChatRx.
Impetigo in Kids – Why It Spreads in Schools
Learn why impetigo spreads rapidly in schools through close contact, shared surfaces, and poor hygiene, plus prevention strategies from Dr. Tod Stillson at ChatRx.
Cellulitis – Why It Can Become Serious Quickly
Learn why cellulitis can become serious quickly through rapid bacterial spread, tissue destruction, and systemic complications, with emergency warning signs from Dr. Tod Stillson.
Swimmer’s Ear – Why It Peaks in Summer
Learn why swimmer’s ear peaks in summer months due to increased water exposure, humidity, and bacterial growth conditions, with prevention tips from Dr. Tod Stillson.
Tick Bite Prophylaxis – When Antibiotics Are Needed
Learn when tick bite prophylaxis antibiotics are needed including the 36-hour rule, geographic risk factors, and CDC guidelines from Dr. Tod Stillson at ChatRx.
Athlete’s Foot vs. Jock Itch – Understanding the Difference
Learn the key differences between athlete’s foot and jock itch including symptoms, locations, treatment approaches, and prevention strategies from Dr. Tod Stillson at ChatRx.
How Is Chlamydia Transmitted Without Intercourse?
Learn how chlamydia transmits through oral sex, manual contact, shared toys, and other non-intercourse routes, plus prevention strategies from Dr. Tod.
COVID-19 vs. Common Cold: How to Tell the Difference
Learn key differences between COVID-19 and common cold symptoms including sore throat severity, fatigue levels, fever patterns, and when to test from Dr. Tod.
What Is Oral Herpes? Understanding Cold Sores and HSV-1
Understand oral herpes (HSV-1), cold sore symptoms, triggers, antiviral treatments, prevention strategies, and management tips from Dr. Tod.