Impetigo Flashcards
1
Q
What is impetigo?
A
Impetigo is a skin infection caused by staphylococcal and streptococcal bacteria
2
Q
What is the most common causative organism of impetigo?
A
Staphylococcus aureus
3
Q
What is characteristic of impetigo?
A
Itchy rash with golden crusting
Fever
School age child
4
Q
What is the first line medical management of impetigo?
A
Hydrogen peroxide cream
then
Topical fusidic acid (antibiotic)
5
Q
What is the second line medical management of impetigo?
A
Flucloxacillin
6
Q
What are the differentials of impetigo?
A
HSV infection
Eczema herpeticum
Contact dermatitis
7
Q
What is the definitive investigation for impetigo?
A
Skin swab for MC&S
