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Ecthyma

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Not to be confused with ecthyma gangrenosum, ecthyma contagiosum, or eczema.
Ecthyma
Ecthyma
SpecialtyDermatology Edit this on Wikidata

Ecthyma (/ɛkˈθaɪmə/) is a variation of impetigo, presenting at a deeper level of tissue.[1]

It is usually associated with group A (beta-hemolytic) Streptococcus (abbreviated GAS).[2] This variation has similar features to those of impetigo.

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References

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  1. ^ "Ecthyma. DermNet NZ".
  2. ^ "Dorlands Medical Dictionary:ecthyma".
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