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Red Blisters, Crusty And Clear Up. Is It Discoid Exma Or Impetigo?
my 18 month old has a blistery legion about the size of a twenty cent piece that comes up red then blisters it goes crusty and clears up. but it leaves a pink scar that takes ages to disappear. then it starts all over again. a pediatrician thinks it is discoid exma or impetigo? but nothing we have read sounds like this.
Mon, 1 Jul 2013
Hi,
Thanks for writing in.
The description given by you suits the diagnosis of impetigo.
You need to use a good topical antibiotic like Mupirocin over the area.
Good hygiene is key to preventing recurrence.
Please visit a qualified dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Hope this helps.
Regards
DrSudarshan
MD
dermatology
Thanks for writing in.
The description given by you suits the diagnosis of impetigo.
You need to use a good topical antibiotic like Mupirocin over the area.
Good hygiene is key to preventing recurrence.
Please visit a qualified dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Hope this helps.
Regards
DrSudarshan
MD
dermatology
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