I have had impetigo several times as an adult. It most commonly occurs when I have a cold and I'm blowing my nose often. This seems to cause a cut in the nose area and soon I'll have impetigo. I have also had it on the leg and in the shaving area. The antibiotic cream does not help, only the oral antibiotics, which cause me a concern to take. Are there any remedies to rid my body of this ability to cause impetigo in my system. Is this a immunity problem? A vitamin deficiency?

Yes, but you need to see a doctor for the right medications and cream. Often, both an oral antibiotic as well as a cream are prescribed.

Yes, pimples can surface on all parts of the body.

Impetigo is a skin infection. It produces sores or blisters, usually on the face, neck, and hands.

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.

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Staphlococcus causes Impetigo. It is a bacteria found on the skin which can cause many problems the most common being skin infections. It normally finds its way into your body via a wound eg. scratch or cut and Imetigo can result.

Impetigo can be caused by the staphylococcus aureus, or the streptococcus pyogenes bacteria.

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.

People with this antibiotic-resistant staph infection are usually kept separate and in contact isolation from other people. However, you should get advice from your medical professionals on if you are still contagious and what precautions you and those around you should take to prevent the spread. It is likely they will recommend that you not go to work if your infection is active. This would be especially true if you still have any drainage or open wounds or fever. You should find out from your health care professional if you should work or not in your particular job.

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

Majority of people are unaware of the fact that impetigo is also carried by animals. Normally this kind of bacterial infection is not found in animals, but they can be potential carriers of the bacteria.

Impetigo is mainly caused by two types of bacteria, namely staphylococcus and streptococcus. Animal carry the strep virus which is one of the lesser known sources for the cause of the disease. Even houseflies can sit on open sores of infected person and successfully spread it to other healthy individuals.

For instance, pet dog can be carriers of this bacterial infection, which can spread to the little children in our homes. This is how impetigo can spread in many unknown ways. Animals generally do not suffer from this infection but are good carriers to spread the infection. So, it is important to remember that animals can spread the infection as effectively as humans.

No because it is a lip disease but can do lots of damage to the human body (LIP)

Usually about a two weeks without treatment, but with medicine about seven to ten days. Use hydrogen peroxide and prescription medicine to take it away. If you don't have the prescription you can use hydrogen peroxide to clean it and then apply a small amount of Vaseline to the affected area.

You really need to see a doctor for this problem. It is very contagious especially in small children who aren't really good at washing their hands yet. You could try Bacitracin or triple antibiotic ointment but remember good handwashing is very important!

A doctor will sometimes recommend a prescription antibiotic. Washing the area with warm soap and water before applying the antibiotic will help.

Wash with soap and water (Especially after cuts and scrapes)

Oatmeal Bath (put oatmeal in cheesecloth and seal then put in water)

Aveno Moisturizer 2-4x daily

When it just affects a small area of the skin, impetigo can usually be treated with antibiotic ointment.

But if the infection has spread to other areas of the body, or the ointment isn't working, the doctor may prescribe an antibiotic pill or liquid.

Prevention: Good hygiene practices, such as regular hand washing, can help prevent impetigo. Have kids use soap and water to clean their skin and be sure they take baths or showers regularly. Pay special attention to areas of the skin that have been injured, such as cuts, scrapes, bug bites, areas of eczema, and rashes such as poison ivy. Keep these areas clean and covered.