Impetigo

n. contagious skin disease caused by a bacteria and characterized by pustular eruptions on the skin (Medicine)

For the band, see Impetigo (band). Impetigo is a superficial skin infection most common among children age 2–6 years. People who play close contact sports such as rugby, American football and wrestling are also susceptible, regardless of age. The name derives from the Latin impetere ("assail"). It is also known as school sores.
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Impetigo refers to a very localized bacterial infection of the skin. There are two types, bullous and epidemic. [more]Impetigo - Community and Resources

Noun
1. a very contagious infection of the skin; common in children; localized redness develops into small blisters that gradually crust and erode
(hypernym) skin disease, disease of the skin, skin disorder, skin problem, skin condition

n. impetigo, contagious skin disease caused by a bacteria and characterized by pustular eruptions on the skin (Medicine)