Impetigo Contagiosa Flashcards
1
Q
Caused by?
A
M/c - S. aureus
strep progenes (grp A)
2
Q
Mc site?
A
Face → periorificial esp around mouth & nose
3
Q
Complication?
A
Eczematization
Acute post streptococcal GMN
4
Q
Dx?
A
Child with honey colored lesions on face
Gram stain & pus culture
5
Q
Rx→ localized lesions?
Extensive lesions + LAD present
A
Topical antibiotics → Fusidic acid, Mupirocin
Extensive → erythromycin group → poor response → moxclave or cephalexin
6
Q
Describe the lesion?
A
Thin walled bulla that ruptures rapidly
With honey coloured crusts
Regional lymphadenopathy - frequent in severe cases
