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Impetigo
Has anyone ever had this? Does it have to be on the face or can it be on arms and legs? I think my son may have it.
Message edited 8/15/2008 4:31:12 PM.
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Posted 8/15/08 3:26 PM |
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Re: Impetigo
I once had it on my ankle..it is my understanding that it's a bacterial infection..think it can occur anywhere..it's itchy--hope your son feels better!!
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Posted 8/15/08 8:50 PM |
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4ForMe
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Re: Impetigo
Posted by TheDivaBrideandTeddyFrog
I once had it on my ankle..it is my understanding that it's a bacterial infection..think it can occur anywhere..it's itchy--hope your son feels better!!
That's where it is on him. He had what I thought was a bite on his ankle, but literally like water was oozing from it for hours. He just got over MRSA, but from what I read online, sometimes it is followed by impetigo. Anyway, I'm taking him to the doctor tomorrow.
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Posted 8/15/08 9:13 PM |
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Re: Impetigo
Is it on the inner or outer part of the ankle? I believe mine was on the outside..either way, the dr. will help-I remember using a cream..hope all turns out well! Take care!
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Posted 8/16/08 9:23 AM |
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Goobster
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Re: Impetigo
Usually they will give you an ointment, called Mupirocin. It works great. Go to the dr asap and keep him from scratching the area.
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Posted 8/16/08 11:54 AM |
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