Impetigo, Unclassified:
A parent's guide for infants and babies

Impetigo can occur in all age groups but is more commonly seen in school-aged children and infants. Look for a sore that develops into a honey-colored crust. Bullous impetigo is more commonly seen in infants and usually develops on the face, buttocks, and diaper area. Infants are at a greater risk for these infections because their immune systems are not fully developed. Other risk factors may include insect bites (that may be scratched) or poor skin cleansing. Impetigo can also be spread by touching a contaminated object (fomite). It is spread rapidly through day-care centers and nurseries.