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Impetigo is a bacteria. Normally healthy skin blocks its entry but any break in the skin allows the bacteria to enter. Cats do not cause impetigo, but they, like any other animal, can carry the bacteria.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agono, it's a bacteria. Cats don't cause it.
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Can impetigo be transmitted from cats?
Impetigo is a bacterial infection that does not have the ability to be tranmitted from cats to humans. A person suffering from impetigo should visit their doctor for immediate treatment.
Can cats cause infintigo?
Impetigo is a bacterial skin infectin found in children; it is caused by Staph aureus and/or the Strept bacteria. It has not been established that cats can transmit impetigo to humans. However, cats are probably the dirtiest domesticated animals - their bites usually lead to infection and their feces can carry Toxoplasmosis.
Do hamsters cause impetigo?
Impetigo is caused by certain Streptococcus bacteria. Guinea pigs themselves can get impetigo as a result of this bacteria, so if your guinea pig has impetigo, it could cause impetigo in someone who had a suppressed immune system. Norml handling of guinea pigs won't cause it if one washes ones hands every time after handling the guinea pig or their bedding.
Can bed wetting cause impetigo?
Yes it can.
How can impetigo cause disease?
Impetigo can cause other diseases by weakening the immune system, allowing other forms of bacteria and viruses to enter the body.
How can impetigo cause other diseases?
Impetigo can cause other diseases by weakening the immune system, allowing other forms of bacteria and viruses to enter the body.
Can chocolate or too many sweets cause impetigo in young children?
Chocolate and sweets do not cause impetigo, only direct contact with an infected person or their belongings.
When was impetigo discovered?
when was Impetigo discovered
What is a bacterial skin infection with pustules that rupture and form crusts?
Impetigo :)
Is impetigo spreadable?
Yes, impetigo is spreadable.
What is the pills name that is used for impetigo?
Have no fear, Impetigo is here!! Retapamulin is a common impetigo drug.
What is rule out impetigo?
"Rule out impetigo" means make sure it's not impetigo, a bacterial infection of the skin.
