If you or your child (especially if your child is between the ages of two and six) suddendly develop lesions on your skin, don't ignore it. Patches of blisters on the skin may be a symptom of impetigo, which normally begins with an open wound or a small cut that becomes infected by bacteria. Although it most commonly afflicts children, especially those who are involved in contact sports, adults can also become victims of this disease.
Impetigo is a highly-contagious skin infection that commonly affects young children, particularly those between the ages of two and six years old. It is caused by the presence of the Staphylococcus or Streptococcus bacteria.
This skin infection appears to be merely superficial at its initial stages. As such, often times, it is easily ignored. However, don’t be alarmed. The disease may be highly contagious but it is also easily treatable.
