What Is Impetigo?
6. Who’s At Risk
Children tend to scratch their skin a lot, and they also tend to stay in close groups with other children. This puts them in one of the highest risk categories in terms of catching impetigo. People of all ages that live in crowded conditions are also in a higher risk category. Living in a warm, humid climate will also increase the risk.
Diabetes is another factor that puts peoples at a higher risk, and people with weakened immune systems are also more likely to catch it. Adults that take part in contact sports are also in a higher risk bracket.
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