The skin is the main physical barrier that keeps the delicate inner tissues and organs separate from the environment which is often teeming with bugs and germs. Despite its protective ability, the skin itself can become diseased by these organisms. Some microbes live on the skin and play an important role in human health. It does not pose any threat. However, when the skin is damaged or diseased, this very same naturally occurring bacteria can pose a problem. Here are some of the bugs that can infest and infect human skin. Natural Skin Microbes A number of different bacterial and fungal species live on human skin and do not pose any threat to healthy skin. It is known as the normal skin flora. There is some variation among people as to the number of actual bacteria and fungi on the skin. This means that some people tend to have more microbes on the skin while others may have less. Personal hygiene and environmental factors play the main roles in determining the species and quantity of bacteria and fungi on the skin. The normal skin flora can vary from the skin at one part of the body to another. It is … Continue reading Skin Bugs (Germs and Insects) Types and Diseases