Signs and Symptoms
There are 2 common forms: with or without fluid-filled bubbles on the skin (blisters).
Non-blistering:
- Tiny pimples or red areas quickly turn into oozing honey-colored, crusted patches (usually less than an inch) that spread.
- The face or traumatized areas of the skin are affected.
- There may be some itching or swollen lymph nodes, but the person feels generally well.
- Sometimes deeper pus-filled sores and scabs that leave scars occur.
Blistering:
- Painless blisters (about an inch or less) occur that may break easily.
- These often spread to the face, trunk, arms, or legs.
- The person feels generally well.
Mild – There are only a few of either type of lesion over a small and local area of skin, and the person feels well otherwise.
Moderate – There are over 10 lesions and several small skin areas are affected.
Severe – There are many lesions, large areas of skin are affected, and/or the person feels ill with fever, diarrhea, or weakness.
Who's At Risk
