What does impetigo mean?
A highly contagious skin infection, typically affecting children, characterized by red sores that crust over and leave scars. It is usually caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.
Example
"The doctor diagnosed the child with impetigo and prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.