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what are the chances of dying of cellulitis?


i know what cellulitis is. But what i want to know is how often someone dies of cellulitis. what are the chances?? plz help

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Erysipelas – Information on Erysipelas


Erysipelas is a skin infection typically caused by group A beta-hemolytic streptococci, although other streptococcal groups are occasionally causative agents. Infection involves the dermis and lymphatics and is a more superficial subcutaneous infection of the skin than cellulitis. Erysipelas is characterized by intense erythema, induration, and a sharply demarcated border, which differentiates it from other skin infections.

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Treatment of Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections in the Diabetic Patient

Diabetic neuropathy can lead to the development of ulcers on the lower extremities. Prompt treatment lowers the likelihood of infection and reduces the probability that an established infection will lead to amputation. Antibiotics are selected on the basis of the suspected organism and the level of infection. Unnecessary antibiotic prophylaxis is discouraged because it increases the likelihood that bacterial resistance to the antibiotic agent will develop. Culture samples must be taken by curettage of biopsy rather than by swabbing to assure detection of pathogens.

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CELLULITIS,SKIN INFECTION,HALLOWEEN MAKE-UP…..NOT!

TAKE CARE OF YOUR WOUNDS….. IF YOU THINK THEY ARE INFECTED GET MEDICAL HELP!!!

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