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Originally Posted by Catch
My grandson (who lives with us) has been exposed to impetigo, which I understand is a contagious bacterial skin infection, sometimes a strep infection, and sometimes staph. I'm only 7 weeks out from a six month treatment of steroids and just finished antibiotics for bronchitis. Should I be worried? (Seems like I get an infection every time my GS is sick.)
I guess I know what to look for symptom wise, but how paranoid should I be? Open to suggestions.
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Just thought I'd check on you. Does your grandson actually have it or was he just exposed? It is highly contagious unfortunately. Often times one of the first signs is a previous cut or scratch that starts looking crusty. Definitely practice good handwashing as the best way to prevent passing this along.
Hope you are doing well.