The two classic forms of impetigo are bullous and nonbullous. Bullous impetigo is sometimes considered a localized form of SSSS. Although found in groups of all ages, impetigo is most commonly seen in ...

Impetigo often affects toddlers but it is easy to recognise and treat. It is caused by bacteria that live on the skin, entering the skin through a cut, graze, cold sore or even a patch of eczema.

Bullous impetigo is a bacterial skin infection that most commonly affects neonates and children aged <2 years. 1,2 The condition is caused by toxin-producing Staphylococcus aureus that disrupts cell ...

The human body is home to a variety of germs that can cause skin infections. Viruses can cause cold sores and warts. Fungi can cause ringworm, athlete’s foot and jock itch. And allergens in the ...

SALISBURY — Two students at Salisbury High School have contracted a “contagious bacterial infection,” school officials said Wednesday. In a ConnectEd message, Principal Luke Brown said only that there ...

Understanding blisters causes can help you prevent and manage them better. Here’s a quick breakdown of what causes blisters:- Friction: Short bursts of rubbing from shoes or tool handles can irritate ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A highly contagious skin infection called Impetigo is making the rounds in the Ozarks. It’s usually found in small children. The rashes may cause some parents to worry its ...

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Physicians Roseville Pediatrics reports more viruses this week. They saw a lot of swimmer’s ear, some inner ear infections, increased impetigo cases, hand, foot ...

YORK, Pa. — Masks come in all different sizes and shapes. And while the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still says they are necessary to slow the spread of covid-19, there can be some ...