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.
Always wash your hands thoroughly after touching areas of your skin affected by impetigo. If at-home treatment does not work or your impetigo is severe, your doctor may prescribe medication. Your doctor may prescribe a topical antibiotic cream to apply directly to your skin. It is important to clean the skin before applying the antibiotic cream, so it can penetrate the sores. Your doctor may also prescribe oral antibiotics. These come in liquid form for children and pill form for adults.