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Well I think you probably know what impetigo is ( if not there's always Wikipedia, kidshealth.org etc), but epidemic means that the infection in this case is a widespread occurrence that may have spread to the whoe of the body rather than a localised area for example on your left shoulder blade
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 15y agoIt is a skin complaint and it is contagious. you should never use a towel or anything that comes in contact with the skin of the person who has it or you will catch it. It is simply treated though.
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Hello,
I see you are asking "What is impetigo?"
In general, impetigo is a mild infection that can occur anywhere on the body. It most often affects exposed skin, such as around the nose and mouth or on the arms or legs. Symptoms include red, itchy sores that break open and leak a clear fluid or pus for a few days.
To get more info, you may visit this webpage too -
skincarehealthcenter. com/condition/impetigo/c/20884
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∙ 9y agoImpetigo is a contagious skin disease which causes yellow crusty sores, chiefly on the face and hands. Most commonly, it is a result of cuts or insect bites.
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∙ 12y agoOn this website you get all the information that you need on impetigo and how to cure it. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000860.htm
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What causes impetigo strep throat?
Impetigo strep throat is an infection caused by a type of staphylococcus virus.
Is impetigo gram positive rods?
No. Impetigo is usually caused by Staphylococcus aureus, gram positive cocci.
What is the infectious skin disease caused by staphylococci?
Impetigo.
What are two disease caused by bacteria are?
impetigo and folliculitis
What are the two skin disease caused by bacteria?
impetigo and folliculitis
Is impetigo a virus or a bacteria or fungi?
Impetigo can be caused by the staphylococcus aureus, or the streptococcus pyogenes bacteria.
What is and causes infintaigo?
The correct spelling is impetigo and not infintaigo. Impetigo is a skin infection that is very contagious. It is caused by either strep or staph bacteria.
Which term describes a contagious superficial pyoderma caused by staphylococci and streptoccoci?
impetigo
Which term describes a contagious superficial pyoderma caused by staphylococci and streptococci?
Impetigo
Do hamsters cause impetigo?
Impetigo is caused by certain Streptococcus bacteria. Guinea pigs themselves can get impetigo as a result of this bacteria, so if your guinea pig has impetigo, it could cause impetigo in someone who had a suppressed immune system. Norml handling of guinea pigs won't cause it if one washes ones hands every time after handling the guinea pig or their bedding.
What is the name of one disease caused by a bacterium?
Tuberculosis is caused by a bacterium, known as the tuberculosis bacillus.
Should you seek immediate attention if you have symptoms of impetigo?
Yes, impetigo is a contagious skin infection that is caused by the staph virus. Symptoms include rash, blistering of the skin, skin lesions, and swollen lymph nodes.
