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How To Treat Staph Aureus On Face, Back Of Head, Nipples, And Anus?
8 month old boy with impetigo caused by staph aureus on cheeks, chin, back of head, nipples, and rectal area. Had allergic reaction to Septra after 10 days, currently applying mupirocin and cortisone 2% 2 x day. Symptoms of impetigo began 4 months ago. Has been treated by family dr and dermatologist. Symptoms were getting better when on septra and mupiricin with steroid cream. Any suggestions for treatment ? Dermatologist said she has never seen impetigo this bad in 15 years of practice.
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM,
Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the surface of the skin. Impetigo is a contagious superficial infection of the skin caused by Staphylococcus and Streptococcus bacteria.
Impetigo is contagious and spread via direct contact with someone who has it but sometimes from fomites. It is diagnosed based on the clinical appearance.
Impetigo is not serious and is treatable by applying antibiotic ointment mupirocin. Oral antibiotics like tab Augmentin is very helpful in treating this disease and it will reduce your symptoms.
Thank you.
Welcome to HCM,
Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the surface of the skin. Impetigo is a contagious superficial infection of the skin caused by Staphylococcus and Streptococcus bacteria.
Impetigo is contagious and spread via direct contact with someone who has it but sometimes from fomites. It is diagnosed based on the clinical appearance.
Impetigo is not serious and is treatable by applying antibiotic ointment mupirocin. Oral antibiotics like tab Augmentin is very helpful in treating this disease and it will reduce your symptoms.
Thank you.
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