Pyoderma, Yellow crusts, Sores, Staphylococcus bacteria
Root Cause of Disease
Impetigo is caused by bacteria, usually staphylococci organisms. You might be exposed to the bacteria that cause impetigo when you come into contact with the sores of someone who’s infected or with items they’ve touched — such as clothing, bed linen, towels and even toys.
Impetigo is a common skin infection, especially among children, that is usually caused by Staphylococcus bacteria. Symptoms include blisters and a rash. Impetigo is treated with antibiotics.
Symptoms
- One or more pus-filled blisters that burst easily, causing red, raw skin.
- Itchy blisters containing fluid (yellow or tan) that seeps out and forms a crust.
- A rash that spreads.
- Skin lesions(wounds) on the lips, nose, ears, arms and legs. The lesions can spread to other parts of the body.
- Swollen lymph nodes near the infected area.
If you or your child has impetigo caused by staph bacteria, you may notice:
- Reddish skin surrounding red blisters, full of liquid or pus that eventually looks cloudy.
- Blisters that burst easily and leak.
- Raw, shiny areas that scab over with a yellow/brown crust.
Causes
- Live in a warm, humid climate.
- Have diabetes.
- Have a compromised immune system, such as from HIV or AIDS.
- Have skin conditions, such as eczema, dermatitis, or psoriasis.
- Have a sunburn or other burns.
- Have itchy infections, such as lice, scabies, herpes simplex, or chickenpox.
- Have insect bites or poison ivy.
- Play contact sports.
Home Remedies to treat Impetigo
Remedy – 1: Turmeric
Materials : Turmeric
Turmeric is best known as an Asian herbal spice. It also has a history as an anti-inflammatory remedy. Additionally, turmeric boasts antimicrobial properties, even against bacteria that cause impetigo. Study found that turmeric could fight Staphylococcus and Streptococcus better than certain herbs.
Procedure:
- Take a bowl add 2 tablespoons of turmeric Powder .
- Now take luke warm water .
- Add the powder and water and make a fine paste.
- Apply on the area affected for 2 times daily.
Product link: Turmeric
Remedy – 2: Aloe Vera
Materials : Aloe vera
This African lily plant is a common ingredient for moisturizing skin products. The benefits of aloe vera could also apply to skin infections such as impetigo.
A 2015 study tested aloe extract in a cream alongside neem oil. Results showed activity against Staphylococcus aureus as an antimicrobial when tested in a lab. This is a common bacteria strain that causes impetigo.
Aloe may also counter the dryness and itching of impetigo.
Procedure:
- Take a piece of alovera leaf and wash it properly.
- Now remove the outer most skin of leaf and
- Extract the gel from the leaf and blend it into a bowl.
- Apply the gel for 3 times a day and observe the skin that is affected .
Product link: Aloe Vera
Remedy – 3: Garlic
Materials : Garlic
Additionally, topical application of garlic extract can potentially be effective on psoriasis, alopecia areata, keloid scar, wound healing, cutaneous corn, viral and fungal infection, leishmaniasis, skin aging and rejuvenation.
Procedure:
- Take a garlic and remove the clove skin .
- Now cut the garlic into piece or make a fine paste .
- Apply the mixture or the piece on the effected area .
- It may give burning sensation but heals very fast.
Product link: Garlic
Remedy – 4: Ginger
Materials : Ginger
Ginger has powerful antibacterial properties and can actively kill the bacteria on the skin’s surface. When combined with honey, another natural antibacterial and anti-fungal ingredient, they prove to be a potent acne fighting team. Combine ginger juice and honey together and apply the mixture to the skin.
Procedure:
- Take a ginger and remove the skin .
- Now cut into piece or make a fine paste .
- Apply the mixture or the piece on the effected area .
- It may give burning sensation but heals very fast.
Product link: Ginger
Remedy – 5: Neem
Materials : Neem
Neem is able to balance oil production, heal wounds, stimulate collagen formation, reduce post-acne scars and minimise skin inflammation. It works as a natural alternative to heal the skin tissue from within and simultaneously reduces hyperpigmentation and scars.
Procedure:
- Either take fresh neem leaves or oil or neem powder (dry).
- Apply directly on the affected surface after proper wash on the area.
- It may have burning sensation but apply daily 2 times for immediate results.
Product link: Neem
Preventions:
Good hygiene is the best way to prevent impetigo. Follow these tips:
- Bathe and wash your hands often to cut down on skin bacteria.
- Cover any skin wounds or insect bites to protect the area.
- Keep your nails clipped and clean.
- Don’t touch or scratch open sores. This can spread the infection.
- Wash everything that comes into contact with the impetigo sores in hot water and laundry bleach.
- Change bed linens, towels, and clothing that come into contact with the sores often, until the sores are no longer contagious.
- Clean and disinfect surfaces, equipment, and toys that may have come into contact with impetigo.
- Don’t share any personal items with someone who has impetigo.
