|
Face Infection - Impetigo |
|
|
|
|
Symptoms of skin infections and the types of skin infections on the mouth, nose and face can be confusing. Identifying the symptoms of your infection will help you in working with your doctor to get healthy. Staph Infections
One common form of infection is called a staph infection. Staphylococcus aureus is the technical term for when bacteria infects the skin. Staph infections can grow from cuts, wounds, or insect bites on the skin or the infection can grow on healthy skin. Impetigo
Impetigo is the name of a bacterial skin infection that often happens on the face. The face becomes infected primarily around the mouth and nose. Nose and Mouth Infection Symptoms
The following symptoms may occur if you are experiencing Impetigo:
· Begins as a red sore or blister · Blister starts with clear puss and it later becomes cloudy · The blister will burst · A burst blister will ooze puss · The burst blister will dry into a yellowish or brownish colored crust · The area will itch It is important to not scratch the infected area despite the itching feeling. Scratching the skin can spread the infection to other parts of the body. Keeping the infection “contained” to one area should help in your healing process Prevention & Treatment of Staph Infections
The best way to prevent a bacterial infection on the face, nose, or mouth is to keep the skin clean and dry. Proper skin care can prevent the symptoms of a staph infection. Treating cuts, wounds, bites, and rashes with soap, water and a clean dressing will also help to prevent an infection from growing in the skin.
Many of the symptoms of a staph infection on the face will clear up on their own within 2-3 weeks. It is a good idea to talk with a doctor, however, to determine if you are contagious. Antibiotics prescribed by a doctor may help to contain the infection and shorten the span of time you are contagious. Information provided in this web site is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or otherwise replace the services of a trained medical professional.
|
Impetigo 
