The objectives of the two types of research and their underlying philosophical assumptions are simply different. However, as discussed in the section on âphilosophies guiding researchâ, this does not mean that the two approaches cannot be used in the same study.
Treatment is typically with antibiotic creams such as mupirocin or fusidic acid. Antibiotics by mouth, such as cephalexin, may be used if large areas are affected. Antibiotic resistant forms have been found. Impetigo affected about 140 million people (2% of the population) in 2010.
Impetigo as a Cause of Symptoms or Medical Conditions. When considering symptoms of Impetigo, it is also important to consider Impetigo as a possible cause of other medical conditions. The Disease Database lists the following medical conditions that Impetigo may cause: - (Source-Diseases Database).