How long does mamaso or impetigo last?

Q: My child has blisters on her singit, tummy and back, mamaso daw yun or impetigo, now we are treating her with bactroban and canesten for diaper rash as well. How long is the treatment before the infections go away?


A:  Treatment for impetigo usually given for seven to ten days to eradicate bacteria causing the infection, usually due to staphylococci and streptococci.