ICD-11 definition : A condition of the skin, commonly caused by a secondary infection with the gram-positive
bacteria Staphylococcus aureus or group A beta haemolytic streptococci. This condition
is characterized by bullous or non-bullous symptoms. Transmission is by direct contact
with an infected individual. Confirmation is by identification of the infectious agent
in a skin sample.;
A condition of the skin, commonly caused by a secondary infection with the gram-positive
bacteria Staphylococcus aureus or group A beta haemolytic streptococci. This condition
is characterized by bullous or non-bullous symptoms. Transmission is by direct contact
with an infected individual. Confirmation is by identification of the infectious agent
in a skin sample.