i have had impetigo off and on since Feb. I am on my 3rd oral antibiotic and 3 cream. How can I get rid of it for good. I thought it was going away with the 5 day cream 2x s a day and now a few days later my face is itching again. I am on my last day of my oral antibiotic (3x s a day)
Thanks for posting your query to Chat Doctor.impetigo is an infection caused by bacteria Staphylococcus. It is spread by direct contact .but it is not a serious problem cured by proper treatment. As you said even after taking medication you are not getting cured, do one thing take he discharges from your lesion and investigate for culture and sensitivity examination in microbiology lab. It will guide you about effective antibacterial Chat Doctor. Along with this maintain proper hygiene and cleanliness of part .next thing is you should also be screened for nasal carrier state of Staphylococcus, so culture examination of nasal swab also and if found positive great it accordingly.thanks. By