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| name = Pyoderma | |||
| image = [[File:The_British_journal_of_dermatology_(1888)_(14584388810).jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Pyoderma lesions on the skin | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| synonyms = Pyodermatitis | |||
| symptoms = [[Pus]]-filled lesions, [[skin]] [[inflammation]], [[redness]], [[itching]] | |||
| complications = [[Cellulitis]], [[sepsis]], [[scarring]] | |||
| onset = Any age, more common in [[children]] | |||
| duration = Varies, can be [[acute]] or [[chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Bacterial infection]] (commonly [[Staphylococcus aureus]] or [[Streptococcus pyogenes]]) | |||
| risks = Poor [[hygiene]], [[immunosuppression]], [[skin trauma]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[bacterial culture]] | |||
| differential = [[Eczema]], [[impetigo]], [[folliculitis]] | |||
| prevention = Good [[hygiene]], avoiding [[skin trauma]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[topical antiseptics]], [[wound care]] | |||
| medication = [[Topical antibiotics]], [[oral antibiotics]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Pyoderma''' is a skin infection that can cause pus-filled blisters. It is often caused by bacteria, such as ''Staphylococcus'' or ''Streptococcus''. Pyoderma can occur on any part of the body, but it is most common on the legs and feet. It can affect people of all ages, but it is more common in people with weakened immune systems or other health conditions that make them more susceptible to infections. | '''Pyoderma''' is a skin infection that can cause pus-filled blisters. It is often caused by bacteria, such as ''Staphylococcus'' or ''Streptococcus''. Pyoderma can occur on any part of the body, but it is most common on the legs and feet. It can affect people of all ages, but it is more common in people with weakened immune systems or other health conditions that make them more susceptible to infections. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Pyoderma is usually caused by bacteria that enter the skin through a cut or scrape. The most common types of bacteria that cause pyoderma are ''[[Staphylococcus]]'' and ''[[Streptococcus]]''. These bacteria are normally found on the skin and in the nose and throat, but they can cause an infection if they get into the body. | Pyoderma is usually caused by bacteria that enter the skin through a cut or scrape. The most common types of bacteria that cause pyoderma are ''[[Staphylococcus]]'' and ''[[Streptococcus]]''. These bacteria are normally found on the skin and in the nose and throat, but they can cause an infection if they get into the body. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptom of pyoderma is a pus-filled blister on the skin. Other symptoms can include: | The main symptom of pyoderma is a pus-filled blister on the skin. Other symptoms can include: | ||
* Redness and swelling around the blister | * Redness and swelling around the blister | ||
* Pain or tenderness in the area of the blister | * Pain or tenderness in the area of the blister | ||
* Fever | * Fever | ||
* Fatigue | * Fatigue | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
To diagnose pyoderma, a doctor will usually examine the affected area of skin and ask about the person's symptoms. They may also take a sample of the pus from the blister to test for bacteria. | To diagnose pyoderma, a doctor will usually examine the affected area of skin and ask about the person's symptoms. They may also take a sample of the pus from the blister to test for bacteria. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for pyoderma usually involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria causing the infection. This can be in the form of a cream or ointment that is applied to the skin, or it can be a pill that is taken by mouth. In severe cases, a person may need to be hospitalized and receive antibiotics through an IV. | Treatment for pyoderma usually involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria causing the infection. This can be in the form of a cream or ointment that is applied to the skin, or it can be a pill that is taken by mouth. In severe cases, a person may need to be hospitalized and receive antibiotics through an IV. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Preventing pyoderma involves keeping the skin clean and dry, and treating any cuts or scrapes promptly to prevent bacteria from entering the skin. People with weakened immune systems or other health conditions that make them more susceptible to infections may need to take extra precautions to prevent pyoderma. | Preventing pyoderma involves keeping the skin clean and dry, and treating any cuts or scrapes promptly to prevent bacteria from entering the skin. People with weakened immune systems or other health conditions that make them more susceptible to infections may need to take extra precautions to prevent pyoderma. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Skin infection]] | * [[Skin infection]] | ||
* [[Staphylococcus]] | * [[Staphylococcus]] | ||
* [[Streptococcus]] | * [[Streptococcus]] | ||
[[Category:Skin diseases]] | [[Category:Skin diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | [[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | ||
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| Synonyms | Pyodermatitis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pus-filled lesions, skin inflammation, redness, itching |
| Complications | Cellulitis, sepsis, scarring |
| Onset | Any age, more common in children |
| Duration | Varies, can be acute or chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Bacterial infection (commonly Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes) |
| Risks | Poor hygiene, immunosuppression, skin trauma |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, bacterial culture |
| Differential diagnosis | Eczema, impetigo, folliculitis |
| Prevention | Good hygiene, avoiding skin trauma |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, topical antiseptics, wound care |
| Medication | Topical antibiotics, oral antibiotics |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Pyoderma is a skin infection that can cause pus-filled blisters. It is often caused by bacteria, such as Staphylococcus or Streptococcus. Pyoderma can occur on any part of the body, but it is most common on the legs and feet. It can affect people of all ages, but it is more common in people with weakened immune systems or other health conditions that make them more susceptible to infections.
Causes[edit]
Pyoderma is usually caused by bacteria that enter the skin through a cut or scrape. The most common types of bacteria that cause pyoderma are Staphylococcus and Streptococcus. These bacteria are normally found on the skin and in the nose and throat, but they can cause an infection if they get into the body.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptom of pyoderma is a pus-filled blister on the skin. Other symptoms can include:
- Redness and swelling around the blister
- Pain or tenderness in the area of the blister
- Fever
- Fatigue
Diagnosis[edit]
To diagnose pyoderma, a doctor will usually examine the affected area of skin and ask about the person's symptoms. They may also take a sample of the pus from the blister to test for bacteria.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for pyoderma usually involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria causing the infection. This can be in the form of a cream or ointment that is applied to the skin, or it can be a pill that is taken by mouth. In severe cases, a person may need to be hospitalized and receive antibiotics through an IV.
Prevention[edit]
Preventing pyoderma involves keeping the skin clean and dry, and treating any cuts or scrapes promptly to prevent bacteria from entering the skin. People with weakened immune systems or other health conditions that make them more susceptible to infections may need to take extra precautions to prevent pyoderma.
