Is impetigo a secondary infection?

Is impetigo a secondary infection?

Impetigo may be classed as primary or secondary: In primary impetigo, the infection affects healthy skin. In secondary impetigo, the infection affects skin that is already ‘broken’ by another skin condition. For example, skin with eczema, psoriasis or a cut sometimes develops a secondary impetigo.

How can impetigo cause other diseases?

Cellulitis. This potentially life-threatening infection affects the tissues underlying the skin and eventually may spread to the lymph nodes and bloodstream. Kidney problems. One of the types of bacteria that cause impetigo can also damage the kidneys.

What organs are affected by impetigo?

In general, impetigo is a mild infection that can occur anywhere on the body. It most often affects exposed skin, such as around the nose and mouth or on the arms or legs. Symptoms include red, itchy sores that break open and leak a clear fluid or pus for a few days.

What is the best way to get rid of impetigo?

Impetigo is usually treated with topical or oral antibiotics. If you have multiple lesions or if there is an outbreak, your doctor might prescribe an oral antibiotic. There is no over-the-counter (OTC) treatment for impetigo.

Can I use hydrogen peroxide on impetigo?

Oral penicillin V, amoxicillin, topical bacitracin, and neomycin are not recommended for the treatment of impetigo. Topical disinfectants such as hydrogen peroxide should not be used in the treatment of impetigo.

Can Peroxide get rid of a rash?

Don’t clean open wounds with hydrogen peroxide or bleach. They do not promote healing and aggravate most rashes. Don’t use triple-antibiotic ointment (such as Neosporin®). It does not kill the bacteria that cause skin infections, and may cause an allergic reaction in the skin due to one of the ingredients.

What is the best antibiotic for skin rash?

Antibiotics: Oral antibiotics are used to treat many skin conditions. Common antibiotics include dicloxacillin, erythromycin, and tetracycline. Antifungal agents: Oral antifungal drugs include fluconazole and itraconazole.

Is 3% hydrogen peroxide safe for skin?

According to the National Capital Poison Center, over-the-counter (OTC) products with hydrogen peroxide contain “safe” concentrations of 3 percent, while some industrial versions contain up to 90 percent. Your doctor may use hydrogen peroxide in small doses to help treat instances of oxidative stress in your skin.