Question 1

how long doesit take to treat impetigo?

Accepted Answer

Usually not long: Impetigo is a superficial skin infection. If only a small area is involved, topical antibiotic cream or ointment usually works. Larger areas may need an oral antibiotic, often for 7 to 10 days.  Impetigo can be contagious, so it is wise to keep the area covered if possible and wash hands well after touching the lesions.

Question 2

how can i treat my impetigo?

Accepted Answer

OTC: If you truly have impetigo, you can treat the infection with Bacitracin or neosporin ointment 3 times a day.

Question 3

how many days does it take to resolve impetigo?

Accepted Answer

7 days: It should be cleared up in 7 days of treatment.

Question 4

can you recommend any home remedies to treat impetigo?

Accepted Answer

No: Plain old soap and water, which is antibacterial, does help in prevented spread in the patient and to others. Also washing clothes, bedding, towels, and dishes and silverware in hot water.

Question 5

if i dont get impetigo treated, will it heal on its own?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: Often lingers, spreads, and may become more serious, causing cellulitis or abcess. If caused by strep, it can cause glomerulonephritis, or, if spreading to the respiratory area, rheumatic fever. Often spreads to other members of the household, or came from other household member carrying the bacteria assymptomatically.

Question 6

can someone tell me how long will it take for my impetigo to heal/look better?

Accepted Answer

Impetigo: Impetigo should improve within 5-7 days of starting the antibiotic.  If the rash is widespread, you may need to use an oral antibiotic in addition to a topical antibiotic.  If not improving, you should seek medical attention.

Question 7

can impetigo be treated with neosporin?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Or polysporin, (bacitracin and polymyxin) triple antibiotics, etc.

Question 8

how should ringwirm and impetigo look when it is healing and how long does it take?

Accepted Answer

Days: With appropriate treatment, skin infections usually resolve within days.  They become less scaly and red as they heal.

Question 9

based on what i've researched it looks like i have impetigo. is there anything over-the-counter that i can treat it with?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: For antibiotic therapy, the chosen agent must provide coverage against both Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. The prevalence of methicillin-resistant S aureus (MRSA) and macrolide-resistant Streptococcus has changed empiric treatment options for impetigo, and relying upon OTC meds is not appropriate, with risks that can be life-threatening. Good luck.

Question 10

which antibiotics are generally used to treat impetigo?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Most impetigo are caused by staph, and responds to Mupirocin ointment.  However, if unresponsive, your doctor will culture the area and prescribe the appropriate antibiotic.

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