IMPETIGO
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These are weeping or encrusted lesions.
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There are superficial blisters full of purulent
material.
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Positive Gram’s stain.
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Bacteria may be cultured.
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Itching ++
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Face and other exposed parts are commonly involved.
Treatment
o
Local antibiotics are not effective
o
Systemic antibiotics work well. Doxycycline 100
mg twice daily for 5 days may be given.
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Crusts and weepy areas may be treated by
compresses.
