Advertisement
Advertisement
impetigo
[ im-pi-tahy-goh ]
noun
- a contagious skin disease, especially of children, usually caused by streptococcal bacteria, marked by a superficial pustular eruption, particularly on the face.
impetigo
/ ˌɪmpɪˈtaɪɡəʊ; ˌɪmpɪˈtɪdʒɪnəs /
noun
- a contagious bacterial skin disease characterized by the formation of pustules that develop into yellowish crusty sores
impetigo
/ ĭm′pĭ-tī′gō /
- A contagious skin infection caused by staphylococcal or streptococcal bacteria and seen most commonly in children. Impetigo is characterized by superficial pustules that rupture and form thick yellow crusts, usually on the face.
Discover More
Derived Forms
- impetiginous, adjective
Discover More
Other Words From
- im·pe·tig·i·nous [im-pi-, tij, -, uh, -n, uh, s], adjective
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of impetigo1
Discover More
Compare Meanings
How does impetigo compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:
Discover More
Example Sentences
From impetigo contagiosa, and the flat pustular syphiloderm.
From what diseases is impetigo contagiosa to be differentiated?
This variety was formerly thought to be a distinct disease, and was described under the name of impetigo simplex.
It is closely allied to impetigo contagiosa, and may in fact be regarded as a markedly inflammatory form of the latter affection.
Similar abscesses are met with on the scalp in association with eczema, impetigo, and pediculosis.
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[pet-ri-kawr]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse