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Understanding Impetigo: A Guide to Highly Contagious Sores in Children Impetigo is one of the most common skin conditions seen in pediatric practice, causing red sores that are highly contagious. Often mistaken for simple rashes or minor scrapes, impetigo requires timely attention because its infectious nature means it can spread rapidly among children at daycare centers, schools, and homes. Understanding…