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What Causes Impetigo
Health Encyclopedia: Impetigo
Impetigo is a skin disorder caused by bacterial infection and characterized by crusting
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Impetigo is a common skin infection. It is most common in children, particularly children in unhealthy living conditions. In adults, it may follow other skin disorders. Impetigo may follow a recent upper respiratory infection such as a cold or other viral infection. It is similar to
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Ecthyma
Ecthyma is a skin infection similar, to but more deeply invasive than impetigo. Causes, incidence, and risk factors The bacterium streptococcus is the most common... Read more »Impetigo
Prevention Prevent the spread of infection. If you have impetigo, always use a clean washcloth and towel each time. Do not share towels, clothing, razors, and so on with other family members.... Read more »Impetigo
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