Impetigo

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Description

Impetigo is a type of bacterial, contagious Skin Infection that usually occurs in children.  Impetigo is characterized by red patches that develop into small pestules that join together, forming crusty yellow sores.

 

These Substances may Alleviate Impetigo

Minerals

 Silver may kill the Detrimental Bacteria that cause Impetigo.  [1]

 

These Foods/Herbs may Alleviate Impetigo

Oils

 Garlic Oil (applied topically to the site of the infection) may alleviate Impetigo. 

 

Seeds

 Grapefruit Seeds Extract (applied topically to the site of the infection) may alleviate Impetigo (by inhibiting the Detrimental Bacteria that cause Impetigo).  [2]

 

These Substances may Cause Impetigo

Microorganisms

 Impetigo is often caused by infection by Staphylococcus Bacteria.

 Streptococcus pyogenes infection may cause Impetigo.

 

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