MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

INTEGUMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Young children often develop impetigo on their face. What is one reason this happens?
A
viral infection
B
poor immune system
C
poor hand hygiene
D
exposure to allergens
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Impetigo usually occurs on the face, neck, arms, and limbs, but the lesions may appear on any part of the body. The condition is made worse by poor hygiene and warm temperatures.

Detailed explanation-2: -Causes of impetigo Impetigo occurs when the skin becomes infected with bacteria, usually either Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. The bacteria can infect the skin in two main ways: through a break in otherwise healthy skin – such as a cut, insect bite or other injury – this is known as primary impetigo.

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