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Impetigo
Treatment of Impetigo
- Homeopathic Treatment of Impetigo
- Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Impetigo
- Psychotherapy Treatment of Impetigo
- Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Impetigo
- Surgical Treatment of Impetigo
- Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Impetigo
- Other Treatment of Impetigo
What is Impetigo
Symptoms of Impetigo
Causes of Impetigo
Risk factors of Impetigo
Complications of Impetigo
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Impetigo
Precautions & Prevention of Impetigo
Treatment of Impetigo
Homeopathic Treatment of Impetigo
The homeopathic approach to skin issues is to cure from the inside out, with the aim being to bring the body into balance. It helps to balance and hydrate the skin and promote the natural process of skin. The correct impetigo homeopathic treatment is usually decided based on several criteria like location of the infection; face, skin cheeks, chin, the condition of the boils; pus filled, ulcerating, spots etc. Some of the useful homeopathic medicines for treatment of impetigo are:
- Sepia
- Sulphur
- Ant T
- Merc
- Phos
- Am C
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Impetigo
In allopathic treatment of impetigo, topical antibiotics can be applied to the affected areas such as the ointments mupirocin (Bactroban) or retapamulin (Altabax). Oral antibiotics may be prescribed for widespread impetigo. The specific antibiotic depends on the severity of the infection and any known allergies or medical conditions.
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Impetigo
- Avoid refined sugars and fried foods
- Eat all fresh fruits
What is Impetigo
Impetigo is a skin infection that mainly affects infants and children. It is contagious and can be spread to others through close contact or by sharing towels, sheets, clothing, toys, or other items.
Symptoms of Impetigo
- The sores begin as small red spots, and then change to blisters that eventually break open.
- Itching
- Painless, fluid-filled blisters
- In the more serious form, painful fluid- or pus-filled sores
- Causes of Impetigo
- Two types of bacteria cause impetigo — Staphylococcus aureus (staph), and Streptococcus pyogenes (strep)
- Impetigo is usually the result of injury to the skin
- Close contact with the sores of someone who’s infected
- By sharing towels, sheets, clothing, toys, or other items
Risk factors of Impetigo
- Being age 2 to 6
- Direct contact with an adult or child who has impetigo
- Contaminated towels, bedding or clothing
- Injury to the skin
- Weak immune system
- Poor hygiene
- Crowded conditions
- Warm, humid weather
- Participation in sports that involve skin-to-skin contact, such as football or wrestling
Complications of Impetigo
- Cellulitis
- Poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis (PSGN)
- Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection
Diagnosis of Impetigo
Diagnose of impetigo is done just by looking at your or your child’s skin. A culture may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis. During this test, a small piece of a sore is removed and sends to a lab in order to identify the bacteria. If you or your child have other signs of illness, your doctor may order blood or urine tests.
Precautions & Prevention of Impetigo
- Use mild soap and water to clean your affected skin
- Take baths or showers regularly
- Injured areas should be kept clean and covered to prevent infection
- Wear gloves when applying any antibiotic ointment
- Keep your child home until your doctor says he or she isn’t contagious
- Cut an infected child’s nails short to prevent damage from scratching
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