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Erysipelas (/ ˌ ɛ r ə ˈ s ɪ p ə l ə s /) is a relatively common bacterial infection of the superficial layer of the skin (upper dermis), extending to the superficial lymphatic vessels within the skin, characterized by a raised, well-defined, tender, bright red rash, typically on the face or legs, but which can occur anywhere on the skin.
Scarlet fever, also known as scarlatina, is an infectious disease caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, a Group A streptococcus (GAS). [3] It most commonly affects children between five and 15 years of age. [1] The signs and symptoms include a sore throat, fever, headache, swollen lymph nodes, and a characteristic rash. [1]
Chains of S. pyogenes bacteria (orange) at 900× magnification Gram stain of Streptococcus pyogenes. Unlike most bacterial pathogens, S. pyogenes only infects humans. Thus, zoonotic transmission from an animal (or animal products) to a human is rare. [8] S. pyogenes typically colonizes the throat, genital mucosa, rectum, and skin. Of healthy ...
Strep throat is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes, or group A streptococcus. "These bacteria are contagious and can be spread through droplets when someone coughs or sneezes or through ...
Symptoms may include fever, rash, skin peeling, and low blood pressure. [1] There may also be symptoms related to the specific underlying infection such as mastitis, osteomyelitis, necrotising fasciitis, or pneumonia. [1] TSS is typically caused by bacteria of the Streptococcus pyogenes or Staphylococcus aureus type, though others may also be ...
Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes which spreads by direct contact: Risk factors: Day care, crowding, poor nutrition, diabetes mellitus, contact sports, breaks in the skin [3] [4] Prevention: Hand washing, avoiding infected people, cleaning injuries [3] Treatment: Based on symptoms [3] Medication: Antibiotics (mupirocin, fusidic ...
Streptococcal pharyngitis, also known as streptococcal sore throat (strep throat), is pharyngitis (an infection of the pharynx, the back of the throat) caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, a gram-positive, group A streptococcus. [9] [10] Common symptoms include fever, sore throat, red tonsils, and enlarged lymph nodes in the front
Perianal cellulitis manifests as multiple symptoms that are inconsistent with a systemic disease. The most notable feature is a very distinct redness around the anus, and other signs of inflammation which can include swelling and itching at the site. [4] Other associated symptoms with perianal cellulitis include pain when defecating and