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Impetigo can cause other diseases by weakening the immune system, allowing other forms of bacteria and viruses to enter the body.
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Is impetigo a harmful disease?
Impetigo isn't an incredibly harmful or serious disease. It can cause sores on or around the mouth and nose area, but these sores can often go away on their own within a few weeks.
Impetigo scientific name and its meaning?
Impetigo is a bacterial disease often found in children that causes yellow sores. Impetigo comes from the Latin impeteremeaning "to attack".
What are two disease caused by bacteria are?
impetigo and folliculitis
What is the infectious skin disease caused by staphylococci?
Impetigo.
What is the name of a contagious pustular skin disease?
Impetigo is a contagious pustular skin disease.
What are the two skin disease caused by bacteria?
impetigo and folliculitis
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.
Can bed wetting cause impetigo?
Yes it can.
Can cats cause impetigo?
Impetigo is a bacteria. Normally healthy skin blocks its entry but any break in the skin allows the bacteria to enter. Cats do not cause impetigo, but they, like any other animal, can carry the bacteria.
Your child is running a fever of 100.5 and he has impetigo can that be serious?
A child with a fever of 100.5 and impetigo should be treated immediately, as it can be a sign of the disease getting worse.
Can chocolate or too many sweets cause impetigo in young children?
Chocolate and sweets do not cause impetigo, only direct contact with an infected person or their belongings.
How can impetigo cause other diseases?
Impetigo can cause other diseases by weakening the immune system, allowing other forms of bacteria and viruses to enter the body.
