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What is the primary mode of transmission of impetigo?
What is the primary mode of transmission of impetigo?
What is the most common site for impetigo?
What is the most common site for impetigo?
What is the typical duration of therapy for impetigo?
What is the typical duration of therapy for impetigo?
Which of the following is a common symptom of impetigo?
Which of the following is a common symptom of impetigo?
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What is the antibiotic of first choice for treating impetigo?
What is the antibiotic of first choice for treating impetigo?
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Study Notes
Impetigo
- A superficial skin infection that is highly communicable and spreads through close contact.
- Most commonly seen in children.
- Typically affects exposed skin, especially the face.
Clinical Presentation
- Pruritus (itching) is a common symptom.
- May be accompanied by weakness, fever, and diarrhea (especially with bullous impetigo).
Treatment
- First-line treatment: Penicillinase-resistant penicillins (e.g., dicloxacillin).
- Alternative treatment: First-generation cephalosporins (e.g., cephalexin).
- Treatment duration: 7 to 10 days.
- Topical treatment option: Mupirocin ointment.
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Learn about impetigo, a common superficial skin infection in children, its causes, clinical presentation, and treatment options.
