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How long does impetigo generally last?
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Several weeks: Untreated it could last several weeks or months. With treatment it will resolve in about a week with either bactroban or Altabax (retapamulin) or oral antibiotic if necessary.
Answered 6/21/2017
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Impetigo: How long does impetigo last? Impetigo is a rash of the skin from a bacterial infection. Nonbullous impetigo will usually clear up in 2 weeks with medication from a doctor. It normally does not cause any scaring.
Answered 7/22/2013
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