Girl looking in the mirror at her ear piercing

Aug 13, 2024

Infected Ear Piercings: 6 Ways It Can Happen

Depending on the ear piercing site, it can take anywhere from four months to over a year to heal. During that healing time, bacteria or irritants can get in the opening and cause an infection.

By Megan Hartman, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Oct 30, 2023

Signs and Symptoms of Ear Infections in Kids Every Parent Must Know

Review the symptoms of ear infections and learn how it is easier than ever to get diagnosis and treatment with tools like Ochsner’s Anywhere Care Health Kit.

Conditions & Treatment

Apr 13, 2022

Cellulitis Can Be Dangerous. Don't Ignore That Cut or Skin Infection

Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that causes redness, pain and swelling in your limbs and can cause serious health concerns if not treated.

By Brandi K. Jones, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Mar 12, 2020

How Social Distancing Can Help Prevent the Spread of Coronavirus

As cases of coronavirus in the United States spread, recent precautions from the CDC urged people to consider social distancing to prevent the spread of infection.

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Jan 23, 2020

Yeast Infections: What You Need to Know

Unfortunately, three out of four women are hit by a yeast infection at least once in their lifetime. While this common, treatable fungal infection can cause some serious discomfort and agitation, there are some misconceptions about symptoms, treatments and prevention tactics.

By Katherine R Johnson, NP