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Title: Which are characteristics of impetigo contagiosum? (Select all that apply.)
Post by: penguins on Aug 28, 2021

Which are characteristics of impetigo contagiosum? (Select all that apply.)

◦ The most common skin disorder in teenagers.
◦ Streptococcus pyogenes is the most common cause.
◦ Occurs most commonly in midsummer and to late summer.
◦ Begins in the form of a vesicle.
◦ Lesions are commonly formed around mouth and on the face.
◦ The treatment of choice for uncomplicated lesions is topical mupirocin or fusidic acid.

Title: Which are characteristics of impetigo contagiosum? (Select all that apply.)
Post by: vseab on Aug 28, 2021

Impetigo is the most common bacterial skin infection in children 2–5 years of age. Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and, less commonly, Streptococcus pyogenes cause impetigo. The disease is more common in midsummer to late summer, with a higher incidence in hot, humid climates. Both forms of impetigo begin as vesicles with a thin vesicular roof composed of stratum corneum that rupture to form a honey-colored crust. The lesions are often located on the face, around the nose and mouth. The treatment of choice for uncomplicated lesions is topical mupirocin or fusidic acid. For extensive or complicated impetigo, systemic antibiotics may be warranted.