Impetigo Directory
Impetigo is a contagious skin infection most often seen in children. It causes red, oozing, and crusty sores. The infection can spread to other parts of the body if you scratch the sores. Impetigo is caused by streptococcus (strep) or staphylococcus (staph) bacteria. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how impetigo is contracted, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
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What Is Impetigo?
Learn about the causes and symptoms of impetigo, a skin infection that can lead to red sores on your child's face.
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Impetigo Treatments
Learn more from WebMD about the treatment of impetigo, a contagious skin infection.
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Skin Rashes in Children Treatment
WebMD explains various skin rashes that affect children and how they are treated.
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Blisters: What You Should Know
Find out what causes blisters, how to treat them at home, and when you should call your doctor.
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Slideshows & Images
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Slideshow: Images of Childhood Skin Problems
Hives, ringworm, warts: just a few skin conditions often seen in babies and children. How can you recognize these common childhood conditions -- and is home treatment possible?
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Picture of Impetigo
Impetigo: S. aureus. Crusted erythematous erosions becoming confluent on the nose, cheek, lips, and chin in a child with nasal carriage of S. aureus and mild facial eczema.