Question 1

what are rigor fits? and what treatment would you give for impetigo

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Chills: Rigors are chills; rigor fits would be the episodes of chills and muscle shivering.  Impetigo is treated with topical antibiotics, such as Mupirocin (bactroban), or oral antibiotics if it is severe.

Question 2

what is the treatment for impetigo?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics: The treatment is good skin hygeine with good skin cleansing.  In addition, treament with either topical or oral antibiocs is often applied based on how severe the problem is.

Question 3

how do you contract impetigo and treatment?

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Contact : Impetigo is a contagious skin infection of the skin around the lips, usually with the classic "honey crust".  Caused by streptococcus and now, just as likely, staphylococcus, it is treated by a doctor who will verify the diagnosis and give antibiotics, either systemic or topical.

Question 4

how should i apply fucidin cream as treatment for impetigo?

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1 to 3 days: It takes 1to3 days from the time you are infected and the rash to appear.

Question 5

i have impetigo on scalp, is it okay for me to still use shampoo?

Accepted Answer

This should be fine: as long as your impetigo is being appropriately treated by your healthcare provider.

Question 6

is there such thing as impetigo of the scalp?

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Impetigo: Impetigo is a skin infection usually caused by a bacteria and yes it can involve the scalp or any other area of the body.

Question 7

what are the treatments for impetigo?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics: Since impetigo is generally caused by staph or strep (bacteria), it is treated with antibiotics.  These may be used topically on the skin or by mouth depending on the extent of the rash.

Question 8

hello . what are the treatments for bacterial skin infections ( impetigo, cellulitis, furuncle etc ) ?? name of drug needed?

Accepted Answer

: Proper treatment for things such as impetigo &amp; cellulitis require a proper evaluation and prescribed medication. This site is not here to bypass treatment by your physician. We are hoppy to point out proper ways to explore care needed for problems.

Question 9

recommended treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?

Accepted Answer

Persistent treatment: Medicated shampoo containing clobetasol ( steroid) , salicylic acid, keto conazole ( anti-fungal),blue algae &amp; zinc pyrithone.

Wash the shampoo after 10 minutes. OTC coal tar products &amp; shampoo also can  be used.

Take 4 capsules of omega 3 fish oil/day. Use coconut oil on the scalp 2 x daily.

Question 10

what is a good treatment or remedy for dry scalp?

Accepted Answer

Flaky itchy scalp: Most likely this is related to seborrheic dermatitis and one of the dandruff shampoos may help. There are a number of them with different active ingredients so you may have to try several different ones to see what is best for you. Some are: neutragena tgel, tsal; sebulex, head and shoulders, etc.  Shampoo daily. If it doesn't work see your dermatologist for medication to put on your scalp.

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What are the treatments for impetigo?

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Hello . what are the treatments for bacterial skin infections ( impetigo, cellulitis, furuncle etc ) ?? name of drug needed?

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