Impetigo
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Impetigo is a common skin infection, especially in childhood, that mainly affects the superficial layers. It is characterized by lesions that can form yellowish-looking crusts and is usually contagious.
Frequent symptoms: the appearance of blisters or sores, often around the nose and mouth, that break and form crusts.
Common causes: it is due to bacteria that enter through small wounds or irritations of the skin.
Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist, and in children the pediatric dermatologist, evaluate this type of lesion; the family physician or the general practitioner can also guide the first visit. If lesions appear that spread or do not improve, it's advisable to have them reviewed by a professional.
Data on 330 doctors who treat impetigo
Which specialist treats impetigo?
Impetigo should be evaluated by a general practitioner, who can diagnose it and guide you. A dermatologist is the specialist to see if the skin condition persists. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in impetigo
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Frequently asked questions
What is impetigo?
Impetigo is a common skin infection, especially in childhood, that mainly affects the superficial layers. It is characterized by lesions that can form yellowish-looking crusts and is usually contagious.
Which doctor treats impetigo?
Impetigo should be evaluated by a general practitioner, who can diagnose it and guide you. A dermatologist is the specialist to see if the skin condition persists. Find these specialists.