Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 032191855X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 19 - Microbial Diseases of the Skin and Wounds - Questions For Review - Fill in the Blanks - Page 597: 3

Answer

Impetigo

Work Step by Step

Impetigo is an infectious disease caused by Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes (group A Streptococcus). It involves the superficial skin and is characterized by red rash with blisters. The blisters are itchy and form honey colored crusts when they rupture.
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