2024年3月1日 · Impetigo is a skin infection that starts as a red, itchy sore. In general, impetigo is a mild infection that can occur anywhere on the body. Healthcare providers treat impetigo with …

2023年4月19日 · Impetigo is caused by bacteria, usually staphylococci organisms. You might be exposed to the bacteria that cause impetigo when you come into contact with the sores of …

2014年8月15日 · Impetigo is the most common bacterial skin infection in children two to five years of age. There are two principal types: nonbullous (70% of cases) and bullous (30% of cases).

Impetigo (also called pyoderma) is a superficial bacterial skin infection caused by either S. pyogenes or S. aureus. This page focuses solely on infections caused by S. pyogenes, which …

Impetigo is a contagious bacterial infection that involves the superficial skin. [2] . The most common presentation is yellowish crusts on the face, arms, or legs. [2] . Less commonly there …

2023年2月7日 · The most common impetigo bacteria include: Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus or “staph”): S. aureus causes 80% of non-bullous impetigo cases. Group A streptococcus …

2025年1月24日 · Impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection that generally isn’t serious. It clears up faster with antibiotics and requires good hygiene to prevent it from spreading.

2023年7月31日 · Impetigo is a common infection of the superficial layers of the epidermis that is highly contagious and most commonly caused by gram-positive bacteria. It most commonly …

Impetigo is a common, superficial, highly contagious bacterial skin infection characterised by pustules and honey-coloured crusted erosions. It affects the superficial layers of the epidermis …

2023年10月16日 · Impetigo is a bacterial infection, usually caused by Streptococcus or Staphylococcus bacteria. These germs can enter your skin in different ways, including through …