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impetigo
impetigo (imp-i-ty-goh) n. a superficial bacterial infection of the skin, which usually responds to treatment with antibiotics.
bullous i. impetigo caused by Staphylococcus aureus. It is characterized by blisters, is less contagious than the nonbullous form, and occurs at any age.
nonbullous i. impetigo caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, or both organisms; it mainly affects young children and is highly contagious, with yellowish-brown crusting.
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Impetigo.
Newspaper article from: Pediatrics for Parents; 5/1/1988; ; 700+ words
; Impetigo Impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial skin disease. Most of the 1.4 million Americans who develop impetigo are children. It's usually caused by either Streptococcus pyogenes...
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Impetigo: taking on a common skin infection: seen frequently in children, this skin disease can affect patients of all ages. Knowing the proper therapy and how to prevent dissemination is crucial.(Cover story)
Magazine article from: Clinical Advisor; 7/1/2009; ; 700+ words
; [FIGURE 1 OMITTED] Impetigo is a common skin infection most often...or herpes infections. While classic impetigo is most commonly seen in children 2...all ages are susceptible. Types of impetigo Remember the classic "honey-colored...
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Treatment of Impetigo.
Newspaper article from: Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine Reports; 1/1/1998; 700+ words
; Treatment of Impetigo ABSTRACT & COMMENTARY Synopsis: Most cases of impetigo in children are caused by penicillin-resistant...mupirocin, and topical bacitracin for treatment of impetigo. Pediatr Infect Dis 1997;16:708-710. Bass...
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Treatment of Impetigo.(Clinical report)
Newspaper article from: Family Practice Alert; 2/1/1998; 700+ words
; Treatment of Impetigo ABSTRACT & COMMENTARY Synopsis: Most cases of impetigo in children are caused by penicillin-resistant...reported studies of the etiology and therapy of impetigo in children..sup.1 These studies showed that...
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NovaBay Launches Clinical Study for Non-Antibiotic Treatment of Impetigo, One of the Most Common Skin Infections.
PR Newswire; 9/10/2009; 700+ words
; ...of its lead Aganocide compound NVC-422 in impetigo. NovaBay's partner in the impetigo trial is Galderma, S.A. the world's leading...results are expected in the first half of 2010. Impetigo is one of the most common bacterial skin infections...
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Impetigo Caused by Bacteria - Rash Can Spread Quickly
Newspaper article from: Chicago Sun-Times; 10/31/1992; ; 357 words
; ...who is 1, had a crusted patch at the side of her mouth. My mother said it was impetigo. What is impetigo? My medical book is not clear on this. A. True impetigo is defined as a skin bacterial infection with either the staph or strep germ...
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Impetigo in Soldiers after Hand-to-Hand Combat Training
Magazine article from: Military Medicine; 11/1/2005; ; 700+ words
; ...trigger destruction of the skin integrity. Impetigo is a consequence of group A β...presentations of skin diseases.1,3-8 Impetigo is a common superficial bacterial infection...lesions.6 Common skin infections include impetigo, cellulitis, erysipelas, folliculitis...
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Bart-Colerain Sees Outbreak Of Impetigo
Newspaper article from: Intelligencer Journal Lancaster, PA; 12/3/2008; ; 544 words
; ...aware that there have been five cases of impetigo reported among the school's students. Impetigo, which is primarily seen in infants and...sent home with students to alert parents. Impetigo is caused when bacteria enters the body...
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Impetigo ointment is first in new class
Magazine article from: Drug Topics; 5/21/2007; ; 700+ words
; NEW DRUG Children with impetigo will be among those who will benefit...The agent is indicated for treating impetigo caused by methicillin-susceptible...antibacterial agent indicated for impetigo, said Daniel Hussar, Ph.D...
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IMPETIGO ISN'T RESULT OF PLAYING IN THE DIRT
Newspaper article from: Evansville Courier & Press (2007-Current); 5/12/2008; ; 655 words
; ...root cause of many evil infections such as impetigo, playing in the muck can be safe and fun. Impetigo is a common childhood skin infection...usually not painful. The treatment for impetigo depends on the extent of the infection...
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Impetigo
Encyclopedia entry from: Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed.
Impetigo Definition Impetigo refers to a very localized bacterial infection of the skin. There are two types, bullous and epidemic. Description Impetigo is a skin infection that tends primarily to afflict children. Impetigo...
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impetigo
Book article from: A Dictionary of Nursing
impetigo (imp-i- ty -goh) n. a superficial...treatment with antibiotics. bullous i. impetigo caused by Staphylococcus aureus. It is...and occurs at any age. nonbullous i. impetigo caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus...
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Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
Encyclopedia entry from: Complete Human Diseases and Conditions
...Carbuncles Cellulitis Dermatology Dermatophytes Furuncles Impetigo Molluscum contagiosum Necrotizing fasciitis Ringworm...medications are available that may be given by mouth. Impetigo Impetigo (im-pih-TEE-go) refers to a skin infection...
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Staphylococcal Infections
Encyclopedia entry from: Complete Human Diseases and Conditions
...resistance Cellulitis Food poisoning Impetigo Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus...and food and through the air as well. Impetigo (im-pih-TEE-go) is a skin infection...occurs around the nose and mouth. In impetigo, fluid-filled blisters develop and...
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Diaper Rash
Encyclopedia entry from: Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health: Infancy through Adolescence
...difficult to resolve. Another infectious cause of diaper rash is impetigo . This bacterial infection is characterized by blisters that...Antibiotics are prescribed for rashes caused by bacteria and impetigo. This may be a topical or oral formula, depending on the...
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