Category: Impetigo

How to Recognize Impetigo: Symptoms, Causes, and When to See a Dermatologist in Connecticut

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Loyd Godwin

Impetigo is a common and highly contagious skin infection, particularly among young children and school-aged kids. It’s frequently seen during the warmer months or after children return from summer camp or daycare—environments where close contact and shared surfaces make it easy for the infection to spread.

Worried your child might have contracted impetigo while at camp?

Posted on June 13, 2023 by Loyd Godwin

If your child has been attending a camp and you suspect they may have impetigo, there are several signs and symptoms you can look for. Here’s what to watch out for:

What is a Impetigo?

Posted on February 27, 2023 by Loyd Godwin

Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the skin that presents as a yellow-gold or honey-colored crust on a wound. It is typically found around the nose and mouth, on the hands, forearms and diaper area of young children.