Which one of the following statements is not true regarding impetigo?
A) Impetigo can be caused by streptococcal organisms or Staphylococcus aureus.
B) It is highly contagious.
C) Once a person has impetigo, they are immune to getting it again.
D) Impetigo is treated with topical or oral antibiotics.

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Impetigo is a highly contagious skin infection, but immunity to it after an infection is not guaranteed. People can get impetigo multiple times because the bacteria that cause it (streptococcal organisms or Staphylococcus aureus) can infect the skin again if conditions allow.

Which One of the Following Statements Is Not True Regarding