Crusting on the skin
Crusting on the skin occurs when fluid from a wound, blister, or inflamed skin dries on the surface, forming a scab-like layer. It can also appear as thick, yellowish, or honey-coloured crusts in bacterial infections. Crusting is a sign that the skin is either healing or that an ongoing condition is producing discharge that needs attention.
Conditions that commonly cause crusting on the skin
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Common Causes of Crusting on the skin
- Impetigo (bacterial skin infection)
- Eczema or atopic dermatitis
- Seborrhoeic dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Herpes simplex (cold sores)
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Crusting on the skin
These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:
- See a doctor if crusting is spreading, accompanied by fever, increasing redness or warmth, pus discharge, painful swelling, or does not heal within 1-2 weeks.
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