Impetigo

superficial vesicopustular skin infection

Etiology
1. Staphylococcus aureus 2. group A beta hemolytic streptococcus

Signs & Symptoms
1. more on arms, legs, and face 2. maculopapules to vesicopustules 3. then exudative lesions 4. then honey-colored crusted circinate lesions 5. itching

Diagnosis
1. clinical

Treatment
1. hygiene a. wash hands, towels 2. topical antibiotics 3. "golde" herbs topically - hydrastis, scute, ect.

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Dietary Recommendations
Eat more fruits and vegetables.