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Impetigo is a common, contagious superficial bacterial skin infection primarily caused by Staphylococcus aureus and/or Streptococcus pyogenes. It mainly affects the epidermis and is characterized by crusted sores and blisters. It is most common in children but can affect people of all ages.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0021099ICD-10-CM
L01.0L01L01.00
MeSH
D007169
SNOMED CT (US)
48277006
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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