A new epidemic of life-changing skin infections is raging in Gaza, aid organisations have warned. Medical charities say ...

A day or two before the rash appears on your skin, you may feel a burning, tingling or electrical zapping sensation in the ...

Reddish rash around the mouth and nose? Impetigo is a common skin infection in children—but parents can be affected too, as the disease is highly contagious. Once someone has contracted impetigo, they ...

Impetigo has a reputation that ranges from rather, to quite a lot, to very contagious. It has been known for centuries. The name derives from the Latin impetere, to attack or strike against.

Mupirocin topical forms are used for impetigo and other skin infections. Learn about ointment uses, cream uses, side effects, and more.

The 24-year-old singer, whose impetigo skin complaint seems to have flared up again, was spotted yesterday buying kebabs before it later emerged that she's planning to go back to rehab.

GAS (Streptococcus pyogenes), commonly found on the skin and in the throat, can cause infections ranging from sore throats and impetigo (skin infections) to deadly bloodstream infections.

GAS (Streptococcus pyogenes), commonly found on the skin and in the throat, can cause infections ranging from sore throats and impetigo (skin infections) to deadly bloodstream infections.