How do you get impertigo?

Impetigo: Impetigo is a skin disease caused by staph and strep bacteria that invade superficial layers of the skin. It is a common especially among children and is spread from person to person by contact with daily hygiene items such as towels, clothing, toys, etc. It is often found on the face but can be spread by scratching to other areas.

Impetigo: Impetigo is caused by streptococcus (strep) or staphylococcus (staph) bacteria. Methicillin-resistant staph aureus (MRSA) is becoming a common cause. The skin normally has many types of bacteria on it. When there is a break in the skin, bacteria can enter the body and grow there. This causes inflammation and infection. Breaks in the skin may occur with: animal bites, human bites, injury or trauma.