Symptoms of a Cellulitis Condition
Cellulitis is a fairly common infection of the lower skin layers (derma) and surrounding tissues caused by a bacterial infection. Cellulitis is not contagious, but antibiotics are necessary to treat it. The leg is the most common place for a cellulitis infection, but it can occur anywhere on the body.
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Pain
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The infection deep in the skin can cause a small area of pain. The pain is normally localized.
Swelling
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Swelling in the area of the infection can include surrounding tissue that is infected.
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Skin
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The infected skin looks like an orange peel. Fluid-filled blisters, of varied sizes, may appear around the affected area.
Lymph Nodes
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As the cellulitis spreads, the lymph nodes will become swollen and tender. The lymphatic vessels may also become inflamed.
Warning
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Patients need to be treated with antibiotics and monitored closely by a doctor. Cellulitis can spread to the bloodstream and become more serious.
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