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No, Impetigo is a bacterial infection usually affecting children, however may also affect adults. Impetigo can be cured and treated with antibacterial ointments. Herpes is a viral infection. There is currently no cure for herpes.
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∙ 10y agoNo, they're different. Ringworm is fungal and herpes is viral. They're different diseases.
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What is a bacterial skin infection with pustules that rupture and form crusts?
Impetigo :)
How many people have died from impetigo?
Although there is no cure, No one has ever died from herpes. Herpes isn't like aids, you can't die from it.As far as I know of there are no reported deaths related to herpes. The common types of herpes are not life threatening to adults. But it can have cause some complications to babies if they contract it at birth but herpes is rarely passed at birth.
A contra-indecation of a facial?
ringworm cold sores (herpes simplex) severe eczema severe psoriasis impetigo you can get all of these to the face it is called contra-indecation.
When was impetigo discovered?
when was Impetigo discovered
What are some contagious contra indications which can prevent you from getting a facial?
conjunctivitis, bacterial,viral or fungal infections,impetigo,herpes,warts,scabies,pediculosis,boils and carbuncles ,ersipelas,candidiasis
Does impetigo leave a scar?
According to doctors, impetigo will rarely leave permanent scarring... but after successful treatment it is common for the previously infected areas of skin to suffer from Hyperpigmentation ( a slight redness or colour change) which can remain for up to 6 - 8 months, these patches wi ll slowly fade over time.
Is impetigo spreadable?
Yes, impetigo is spreadable.
What is the pills name that is used for impetigo?
Have no fear, Impetigo is here!! Retapamulin is a common impetigo drug.
Is a hairy tongue a form of herpes?
Hairy tongue is not a form of herpes. It is a bacterial overgrowth which most often follows antibiotic treatment.
Are fever blisters herpes?
Yes, they are a form of this viral family, and highly contaigious.This is Herpes Simplex.
What is rule out impetigo?
"Rule out impetigo" means make sure it's not impetigo, a bacterial infection of the skin.
What is empitygo?
Impetigo? - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impetigo
