Symptoms of Impetigo
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Impetigo symptoms occur secondary to an infection of the skin caused by group A beta hemolytic streptococcal infection or Staphylococcus aureus infection.


Impetigo symptoms include a 2 to 4 mm macule that he evolves into a pustule that later ruptures leaving a crusted yellow exudate.


Impetigo can be very contagious. Impetigo symptoms are generally treated with antibiotics and local control.

 
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Symptoms of Impetigo often do not lead directly to the underlying diagnosis and many symptoms can be misleading. Please review all concerns and information found on this website with your health care provider.