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Ecthyma

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Ecthyma
Ecthyma
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Ecthyma( ec·thy·ma | \ ek-ˈthī-mə )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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