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Cellulitis (sel-u-LIE-tis) is a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection. The affected skin is swollen and inflamed and is typically painful and warm to the touch.
Symptoms typically disappear a few days after you start treatment. You may need to be hospitalized and receive antibiotics through your veins (intravenously) if: Signs and symptoms don't respond to oral antibiotics; Signs and symptoms are extensive; You have a high fever
Signs and symptoms of cellulitis include: Redness, swelling and tenderness; Warmth of the affected skin; Fever and chills; Swollen glands or lymph nodes; Left untreated, cellulitis can rapidly turn into a life-threatening condition. Treatment usually includes antibiotics.
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Cellulitis is usually a superficial infection of the skin (left). But if severe (right) or if left untreated, it can spread into the lymph nodes and bloodstream.
Skin infections (cellulitis). The trapped fluid provides fertile ground for germs, and the smallest injury to the arm or leg can be an entry point for infection. Affected skin appears swollen and red and is typically painful and warm to the touch.
Cellulitis (sel-u-LIE-tis) is a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection. The affected skin is swollen and inflamed and is typically painful and warm to the touch. Cellulitis usually affects the lower legs, but it can occur on the face, arms and other areas.
Symptoms. General signs and symptoms of most types of vasculitis include: Fever; Headache; Fatigue; Weight loss; General aches and pains; Other signs and symptoms are related to the parts of the body affected, including: Digestive system. If your stomach or intestines are affected, you may experience pain after eating.
Symptoms. Cellulite looks like dimpled or bumpy skin. It's sometimes described as having a cottage cheese or orange peel texture. You can see mild cellulite only if you pinch your skin in an area where you have cellulite, such as your thighs. Cellulite that is more severe makes the skin appear rumpled and bumpy with areas of peaks and valleys.
To help prevent recurrent episodes of cellulitis — a bacterial infection in the deepest layer of skin — keep skin clean and well moisturized. Prevent cuts and scrapes by wearing appropriate clothing and footwear, using gloves when necessary, and trimming fingernails and toenails with care.