Doctors
Division of Paediatric Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology Service
Head & Senior Consultant:
Prof Hugo Van Bever
Consultant:
A/Prof Lynette Shek Pei Chi
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Signs & Symptoms
Initially there are usually blisters which break down to form
scars with a “golden-yellow” crust on the surface for patients suffering from
Impetigo.
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What causes it
Impetigo can be passed by close contact or by sharing of towels or
toys. It can be spread to other parts of the body by scratching.
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About the condition
Impetigo is an
acute bacterial infection of the skin and is commonly seen in pre-school
children.
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Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Topical antibiotics for mild lesions and oral antibiotics for all
other lesions are the treatments of choice for impetigo.
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