Impetigo Signs, Symptoms and Causes

Impetigo Signs, Symptoms and Causes

Why does Impetigo occur? As a rule, it is caused by staphylococci, sometimes streptococci, or a combination of both. These bacteria, mainly, are part of the microflora of the skin and are activated in case of a decrease in the protective function of the skin, and with a weakening of immunity. Most often impetigo affects the skin of the hands and face. Impetigo can be caused by one of two pathogens: Staphylococcus aureus and hemolytic streptococcus.