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Impetigo is a common skin infection. |
Basic Info
Symptoms
A single or possibly many blisters filled with pus; easy to pop and - when broken - leave a reddish raw-looking base ...
Causes
Impetigo is caused by streptococcus (strep) or staphylococcus (staph) bacteria. Methicillin-resistant staph aureus (M...
Tests
Diagnosis is based mainly on the appearance of the skin lesion. A culture of the skin or lesion usually grows the bac...
Treatments
The goal is to cure the infection and relieve the symptoms. A mild infection may be treated with a prescription antib...
Complications
Kidney failure (post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis) (rare; Many patches of impetigo (in children; Permanent skin d...
Prevention
Prevent the spread of infection. If you have impetigo, always use a clean washcloth and towel each time; Do not share...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of impetigo.
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