From this CPD module you will learn about:
- The types and causes of impetigo
- The typical symptoms of impetigo and how it is diagnosed
- How impetigo is treated
- Advice to give to patients to prevent the recurrence and spread of impetigo
Download a printable PDF of this module – including the five-minute test – here.
Impetigo is a contagious bacterial skin infection. It can affect people of any age, however it is most common in children. In the UK, the annual incidence is around 2.8% in children up to four years, and 1.6% in children aged 5–15 years.(1)
The structure and function of the skin
The skin is the largest organ of the body and consists of predominantly three layers: the outermost layer is the epidermis, followed by the dermis and
