Impetigo

usgb/ˌɪmpɪˈtaɪɡəʊ/
noun

A skin infection that causes red sores.

My brother had impetigo so he couldn't go to school until it cleared up.
Visual representation of "impetigo" - A skin infection that causes red sores.

Often appears as...

  • bullous impetigo
  • nonbullous impetigo

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Highly Contagious

Impetigo spreads easy through skin contact and touching infected objects, so it's mentioned in health warnings.

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Keep personal items separate to avoid spreading impetigo.
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Treatment Importance

Understanding impetigo involves knowing it requires medical treatment to prevent complications.

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The doctor prescribed antibiotics for the impetigo.
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Skin Condition

Impetigo refers specifically to a superficial skin condition, distinguishing it from internal infections.

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Impetigo made his skin itchy and red.
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