Impetigo Treatment in Angola, Battle Creek, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Sturgis, St. Joseph, Dowagiac, Hillsdale, and Adrian, Indiana, Doctor (Dermatologist) who Handles Impetigo
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Impetigo

A highly contagious bacterial skin infection - most common in young children but can impact any age group and gender.

What is it?

Impetigo is a medical condition characterized by reddish sores or blisters that may emerge on any body part, but they typically appear initially on the arms, legs and face. Impetigo blisters frequently burst, leak for a few days and then develop a yellow-brown crusty appearance. Impetigo primarily results from Staphylococcus aureus bacteria; the immune system doesn’t fight off this infection.


The most common way to contract impetigo is through skin-to-skin contact with an infected person. It’s easy to contract if the skin has an open wound or a fresh scratch on the surface.  Although it can be itchy and cause discomfort, impetigo seldom presents serious health issues.


How is it treated?

If you notice these red sores or blisters on you or your child, prompt intervention and treatment are crucial in curbing its advancement. Here at Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center, our team of dermatologists can help treat impetigo with topical or oral antibiotic ointments. We can also speak with you about how to prevent this condition from spreading to others in your home and how to avoid a relapse. While it may be uncomfortable and unsightly, rest assured that we can provide you with the relief you or your child deserve in one of our centers in Adrian, Battle Creek, Dowagiac, Hillsdale, Jackson, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Sturgis, Michigan, as well as Angola, Elkhart, Goshen and Plymouth, Indiana.


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