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I have had recurring impetigo for the 3rd time. the first time i was given a topical and oral antibiotic..then i was put on another oral antibiotic that i just finished a few days ago. do i need to be worried about my immune system?

Q: i have had recurring impetigo for the 3rd time. the first time i was given a topical and oral antibiotic..then i was put on another oral antibiotic that i just finished a few days ago. do i need to be worried about my immune system?

: The worries about immune system would not help, it would only make it worse even if you have immune system dysfunction. I would suggest that you pay attention more to daily hygiene and probably use of antiseptic or learn bleach bath to reduce chances of recurring impetigo.

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Dr. Tinuola Adeyanju answered

The worries about immune system would not help, it would only make it worse even if you have immune system dysfunction. I would suggest that you pay attention more to daily hygiene and probably use of antiseptic or learn bleach bath to reduce chances of recurring impetigo.

Answered 12/29/2022

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A member asked:

I have had recurring impetigo for the 3rd time. the first time i was given a topical and oral antibiotic..then i was put on another oral antibiotic that i just finished a few days ago. do i need to be worried about my immune system?

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Dr. Tinuola Adeyanju answered

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