My daughter has impetigo should my pregnant girlfriend be in contact with her?
It's the drainage from the rash that contains the Staph or Strep bacteria that cause impetigo. It's most commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus but is also caused by Streptococcus pyog... How to clear impetigo child has had it for 8 weeks tried antibiotics and fusidic and bactroban?
How is impetigo treated?
If you suspect impetigo, contact your GP as treatment should take place preferably before the child infects other children.
The treatment involves washing with soap ... How long will impetigo last will it ever leave?
Impetigo is a staph infection of the skin. It needs to be treated with antibiotics. It is very contagious. Wash your hands thoroughly & don't pick at it. See a doctor. It will go awa... |