impetigo
a contagious skin disease, especially of children, usually caused by streptococcal bacteria, marked by a superficial pustular eruption, particularly on the face.
Origin of impetigo
1Other words from impetigo
- im·pe·tig·i·nous [im-pi-tij-uh-nuhs], /ˌɪm pɪˈtɪdʒ ə nəs/, adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for impetigo
/ (ˌɪmpɪˈtaɪɡəʊ) /
a contagious bacterial skin disease characterized by the formation of pustules that develop into yellowish crusty sores
Origin of impetigo
1Derived forms of impetigo
- impetiginous (ˌɪmpɪˈtɪdʒɪnəs), adjective
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Scientific definitions for impetigo
[ ĭm′pĭ-tī′gō ]
A contagious skin infection caused by staphylococcal or streptococcal bacteria and seen most commonly in children. Impetigo is characterized by superficial pustules that rupture and form thick yellow crusts, usually on the face.
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