PATIENT INFORMATION
Cellulitis
What is cellulitis❓
Infection of the skin and tissues just below the skin surface
Legs are the commonest site, but other areas can also be affected
What are the symptoms of cellulitis❓
Red, painful swollen skin that gets worse ⬆
Generally feel unwell, shivery and weak
Fever 🌡
How do you diagnose cellulitis❓
Having classical symptoms
Examination of the affected area
How do you treat cellulitis❓
Antibiotics (if severe, through a vein) 💊
Raising/ elevating the affected body part (if possible)
Why should I worry about cellulitis❓
Infection spread to the blood, which can be fatal
Necrotising fasciitis: deeper and faster infection causing gangrene
Gangrene: tissue dies instead of heals, which can spread (skin goes from red to dark purple/ black)