This image displays an unusual case of impetigo; typically, the pus-filled lesions break so easily, they leave eroded skin. This image displays a newborn with pus-filled blister typical of impetigo. This image displays intact blisters and crusted erosions showing the spectrum of skin lesions typical of impetigo. This image displays a large blister in the center and many erosions with crusts typical of impetigo.
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This image displays an unusual case of impetigo; typically, the pus-filled lesions break so easily, they leave eroded skin.
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References


Bolognia, Jean L., ed. Dermatology, pp.1117-1118. New York: Mosby, 2003.

Freedberg, Irwin M., ed. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. 6th ed, pp.1394, 1845, 1848, 1857-1869. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2003.

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