'Impetigo is a really common bacterial skin infection, where breaks in the skin get infected by a bacteria called staphylococcus, which is in the air but also lives in our noses. To stop impetigo coming back, ask your GP whether it's worthwhile taking a swab from the inside of the nose of each member of your family. If it's in your nose, you can use a cream for a week or so which will get rid of it. That will stop the endless cycle of impetigo.' Dr Ann Robinson, North London GP
kirsty, about 1 year [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]
the spots are dying off now nearly finished the second antibiotic will it still be contageous?