Impetigo: Diagnosis & Tests

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Impetigo

Impetigo | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the infection diagnosed?

Impetigo is diagnosed by a healthcare professional based on the appearance of the skin. Sometimes, a culture of the material from the sore will be sent to the laboratory to identify the organism.

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Author: Lynn West, MD
Reviewer: Barbara Mallari, RN, BSN, PHN
Date Reviewed: 07/27/01

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