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.
DOSING: For the treatment of impetigo, a small amount of the ointment is applied to the affected area, usually three times daily (every 8 hours). The area may be covered with a sterile gauze dressing. If there is no improvement in 3-5 days, the physician should be contacted to re-examine the infected area.