*Ecthyma : In this form of impetigo, painful fluid- or pus-filled sores, usually on the arms and legs, become ulcers that penetrate deeper into the dermis. After they break open, they form hard, thick, gray-yellow scabs, which sometimes leave scars. It may be accompanied by swollen lymph nodes in the affected area.
== Home remedies ==
*Applying crushed garlic on the affected area is one of the simplest and equally effective natural home remedies for Impetigo home treatment. In addition to this, consumption of two or three garlic cloves on a regular basis also aids in the healing process.* [[CoriolusAloe vera]]gel also helps to cure Impetigo naturally when used regularly four to five times a day.*Olive oil, garlic oil, tea tree oil and grapefruit seed extract are excellent therapeutic home remedies for Impetigo.*Using apple cider vinegar for cleaning the affected area helps to remove Impetigo scabs. For, this one fourth cup of apple cider vinegar should be used after adding two cups of water in it.*Take one fourth cup each of thyme and rosemary leaves and simmer in approximately two cups of water for about 15 minutes. Finally, use this home remedy on Impetigo sores to cure them in a natural way. When used regularly as a cleaning mixture, this safe Impetigo natural remdy gives encouraging results.*[[Turnip]] is regarded as the one of the best Impetigo home remedies. For this, slices of turnip should be soaked in rice water or natural vinegar for about six hours. Then, eat these turnip slices on a regular basis as an effective natural remedy for Impetigo disease.
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