Impetigo refers to a skin infection that is highly contagious, affecting mainly infants and children. This infection usually appears in the form of round red sores on the face, especially around the child's mouth and nose. While this condition is more common when a child suffers from cuts through which bacteria can enter the skin, it can also develop on skin that is perfectly healthy. The condition is not very serious and it usually clears up on its own, in around three weeks, without any impetigo treatment required. However, there are times when the condition is a lot more serious and could lead to complications. In such cases, undergoing medical impetigo treatment becomes essential.There are two types of bacteria that can lead can lead to impetigo, Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph) and Streptococcus Pyogenes (Strep). Both these bacteria live on the skin, without causing any harm. However, when the bacteria enter the skin through a cut or a lesion, they can lead to an infection. This is more common in children than it is in adults. Impetigo causes in adults usually include skin injuries or conditions such as dermatitis. This condition is very contagious and can easily be passed on from one person to another, through direct contact, or even by touching infected items like clothing, toys, towels and bed linen.
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