Ecthyma

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Ecthyma
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Ecthyma
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Ecthyma 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]

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

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