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People who suffer from [[Herpes simplex virus|cold sores]] have shown higher chances of suffering from impetigo. Those who normally suffer from cold sores should consult a doctor if normal treatment has no effect. | |||
==History and symptoms== | ==History and symptoms== | ||
Patients have one or more [[pimple]]-like lesions surrounded by reddened skin. Lesions fill with [[pus]], then break down over 4–6 days and form a thick crust. Impetigo is often associated with insect bites, cuts, and other forms of [[Physical trauma|trauma]] to the skin. Itching is common. | Patients have one or more [[pimple]]-like lesions surrounded by reddened skin. Lesions fill with [[pus]], then break down over 4–6 days and form a thick crust. Impetigo is often associated with insect bites, cuts, and other forms of [[Physical trauma|trauma]] to the skin. Itching is common. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:Infectious skin diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious skin diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
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Overview
People who suffer from cold sores have shown higher chances of suffering from impetigo. Those who normally suffer from cold sores should consult a doctor if normal treatment has no effect.
History and symptoms
Patients have one or more pimple-like lesions surrounded by reddened skin. Lesions fill with pus, then break down over 4–6 days and form a thick crust. Impetigo is often associated with insect bites, cuts, and other forms of trauma to the skin. Itching is common.