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)