What is impetigo?
Impetigo is a skin infection caused by staphylococcus, there are two types of impetigo. Impetigo is contagious if you come in contact with someone that may have it, however it is not serious and may go away on its own. If it does not go away on its own, you may need to apply an antibiotic ointment, and if it is severe, you may require some antibiotics.