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Can you go to the beach and in saltwater with Impetigo?

I want to know can you go to the beach and in saltwater with Impetigo?

Male | 9 years old

1 Answer

Impetigo is a skin infection, usually mild and is typically treated with antibiotics. While you can go to the beach with this condition, the salt water will certainly irritate the area. (Burn and be painful). In short , yes you can go.