Fast & Effective Impetigo Treatment in Lakewood

Impetigo is a common and highly contagious skin infection that affects both children and adults. It causes red sores, blisters, and crusty lesions, often appearing around the mouth, nose, and hands. While impetigo is not usually serious, it can spread quickly if left untreated. At AFC Lakewood, we offer fast and effective impetigo treatment to help clear the infection and prevent complications.

What Is Impetigo?

Impetigo is a bacterial skin infection caused by either Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. It spreads easily through direct contact with an infected person or contaminated surfaces. Impetigo is especially common in children, athletes, and individuals with cuts or skin irritations that allow bacteria to enter.

There are two main types of impetigo:

• Non-bullous impetigo – The most common form, causing red sores that quickly rupture and form honey-colored crusts.
• Bullous impetigo – Less common but more severe, causing fluid-filled blisters that can become painful and widespread.

How Does Impetigo Spread?

Impetigo spreads easily through:

• Direct skin-to-skin contact
• Touching contaminated objects like towels, clothing, or toys
• Scratching or picking at sores
• Close-contact activities such as sports or daycare environments

Since impetigo is highly contagious, prompt treatment is crucial to stop the spread and relieve symptoms.

What Does Treatment Look Like?

At AFC Urgent Care, our providers can diagnose and treat impetigo quickly. Treatment may include:

• Topical antibiotics – Prescription creams or ointments (such as mupirocin) to kill bacteria and speed up healing.
• Oral antibiotics – For widespread or severe cases, a short course of oral antibiotics may be necessary.
• Wound care – We’ll clean and bandage affected areas to reduce the risk of spreading the infection.
• Symptom management – Recommendations for soothing irritation and preventing scratching.

When Should I Visit Urgent Care for Impetigo?

You should seek medical care if you or your child has:

• Persistent or worsening sores that do not improve with home care
• Signs of infection spreading, such as increasing redness, swelling, or warmth
• Painful blisters or pus-filled sores
• Fever along with skin irritation

Walk-In Impetigo Treatment at AFC Urgent Care Lakewood

If you or your child has symptoms of impetigo, don’t wait for an appointment - visit our Lakewood location for fast and effective treatment. Our walk-in clinic is open seven days a week with extended hours, making it easy to get the care you need.

Stop the spread of impetigo today!