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Impetigo is a highly contagious viral skin infection?
No, it's a highly infectious bacterial skin infection.
Is celuits contagious?
Cellulitis is not contagious from person to person. It is usually caused by bacteria entering the skin through a cut or wound, leading to infection and inflammation. It is important to treat cellulitis promptly to prevent further complications.
What kind of infection causes sores on skin?
Impetigo is an infection that is very contagious. It can be either a staph or strep infection. Chicken pox and measles are viruses.
Is ringworm contagious?
Despite the name, it is not a worm, but a fungal infection of the skin. Yes, it is contagious, and can be passed from dogs and cats to people. It is easily treated with an antifungal ointment applied to the skin.
Is mrsa more contagious than other species if staph?
MRSA is a contagious bacterial infection that spreads through direct skin to skin contact with people, or by touching contaminated surfaces.
What animals give you ringworm?
ringworm is a contagious fungus infection that you can get from direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected persons etc.
What is impetago?
a contagious infection of the skin caused by bacteria. It is blisters that form yellow/brown scabs!
Is impetigo a communicable disease?
A bacterial infection of the skin that often occurs in childrens. Charachterized by clusters of small blisters or crusty lesions filled with bacteria. It si exteremely contagious.
What is invitigo?
Invitigo is a contagious skin infection that can go scabby and is very contagious if you have any simptons please go and see the doctor and they will give you treatment
Is skin boil like herpes?
No. Herpes are caused by a virus which is contagious. Boils are caused by other germs, and they are not contagious.
How do ringworms eat?
Ringworm is a highly contagious fungal infection and not a worm...it gets nutrients by infiltrating the the surface of the skin.
What is the medical term meaning highly contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by skin pus?
The medical term for a highly contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by skin pus is "impetigo." It is commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes bacteria and is more common in children. Treatment typically involves antibiotics and keeping the affected area clean.
