4. Crusty Skin
When you look at a person with impetigo, one of the first things you notice is the crusty skin that appears near the blisters and skin lesions. It may look wet or dry and may be tinged with blood. It is often yellow or brown. It’s common around the eyes, mouth and any areas where the blister occurs. As the blisters break open, the fluid inside leaks out. It may leak out all at once or overtime.
It dries to the skin and becomes crusty. It can be painful to try to remove the crust because it often dries directly over the blister and lesions. Since the blisters item and can be painful, many people pick at them or scratch them. This causes more fluid to leak out and form a crust. The crust may contain bacteria and can pass it to others. The crusty skin can be removed with a warm washcloth. Apply antibiotic cream over the blisters to help clear up the infection and soothe the skin.