🚨 Attention, everyone! 🚨 Superdrug’s top pharmacist has issued a crucial warning about impetigo, a sneaky skin infection that’s more common than you might think! Often incorrect diagnosis can lead to delayed treatment, allowing it to spread and potentially worsen. 😱
What is impetigo, you ask? It’s a highly contagious bacterial infection that shows up as red sores or blisters, mainly on the face, and it’s particularly common in young children. The infection is notorious for turning into fluid-filled blisters that can rupture and form an itchy, painful crust. In more severe cases, swollen lymph nodes and tender skin can appear, sometimes accompanied by a mild fever.
🧐 Why the confusion? Impetigo can often be mistaken for other skin conditions like eczema or cold sores, but it’s important to get it right because untreated impetigo can lead to more serious infections like cellulitis or even bloodstream infections!
👉 So, what should you do? If you’re unsure whether you or your child might have impetigo, Superdrug’s Pharmacy First service is here to help! They offer expert advice and can provide prescription medication, including antibiotic creams or oral antibiotics, for effective treatment.
Here are some quick tips to prevent spreading the infection:
🔸 Keep the affected area clean with mild soap and water, but avoid scrubbing.
🔸 Try not to scratch the sores—cover them with a clean dressing for extra protection.
🔸 Stay away from others until symptoms improve—this means it might be best to keep children home from school or yourself home from work.
Stay aware and keep safe, everyone! 💡💪
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