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.
ANSWER: Impetigo DOES itch. More Info: Itching is a primary symptom of impetigo. Depending on the type of impetigo, other symptoms and signs that may include red sores that crust over, small blisters filled with fluid, pus-filled sores that turn into ulcers. (1).