Description:Impetigo is a skin infection caused by bacteria. It may affect skin anywhere on the body but commonly occurs in the ... more

My Experience with Impetico ... area around the nose and mouth. Impetigo is characterized by blisters that may burst, ooze fluid, and develop a honey-colored crust. Impetigo may itch, and it can be spread by scratching. The infection usually spreads along the edges of an affected area, but may also spread to other areas of the body.

Newest Review: ... Well, that was a relief. He then spotted a huge blemish on Caroline's face and looked at that as well. Impetigo, he announced. Of course! I recognised it at once when he said. Caroline had impetigo constantly for years when she was tiny, starting at about twelve months old and it continued until she was about eight. To be honest, I had forgotten all about it. So, what is impetigo? It is ... more

 ... a bacterial skin infection which manifests itself in the form of blisters (which is why you might think it is chicken pox or shingles). The sores crust over and can weep. They look a browny yellow colour. You see it most often on the face and in the y...more