impetigo

(noun)

A contagious bacterial skin disease forming pustules and yellow crusty sores, chiefly on the face and hands. It is common in children. Infection is often through cuts or insect bites.

Related Terms

Examples of impetigo in the following topics:

  • Bacterial Skin Diseases

    • Impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection most common among pre-school children.
    • Impetigo generally appears as honey-colored scabs formed from dried serum and is often found on the arms, legs, or face .
    • Describe how impetigo, erysipelas and cellulitis are acquired and the treatment options available

  • Public Health Measures for Disease Control

    • It protects best against diseases transmitted through fecal-oral routes (such as many forms of stomach flu) and direct physical contact (such as impetigo).

  • Portals of Microbe Entry

    • Some diseases that are transmissible by direct contact include Athlete's foot and impetigo.