The rainy season brings humidity and dampness-perfect conditions for fungal and bacterial skin infections. Common Infections: • Ringworm & Jock Itch with itchy circular rashes • Athlete’s Foot can present with peeling, itching between toes • Candidiasis as redness in skin folds • Fungal Acne with itchy bumps on forehead, chest, back • Folliculitis & Boils with sweat-related pus-filled lesions Prevention Tips: • Wear cotton clothes, avoid damp outfits • Keep skin folds dry, use antifungal powder • Change wet socks, shoes quickly • Bathe twice daily & dry skin well • Don’t share towels or combs See a doctor if rashes spread, don’t improve in 3–5 days, or if boils appear. ID Specialist’s Advice: Monsoon infections are common but preventable. Avoid steroid creams-they worsen fungal infections. Stay dry, stay healthy