Signs and symptoms Children with nonbullous impetigo commonly have multiple coalescing lesions on their face (perioral, perinasal) and extremities or in areas with a break in the natural skin defense barrier. The initial lesions are small vesicles or pustules (< 2 cm) that rupture and become a...
Bullous impetigo.You’ll get large fluid-filled blisters with this kind. They appear from the neck to the waist, but can also show on the arms and legs. The blisters spread quicklyand burst after several days, leaving a crust that goes away without scarring. The area around the blisters ...
While self-treatment is an option for mild impetigo, it is best to see a doctor to prevent complications and infecting others. What Are the Possible Signs and Symptoms of Impetigo Complications? Because impetigo is an infection, there’s the risk of bacteria infecting the tissue beneath the ski...