May 16, 2025 · Cellulitis is usually an infection of the skin (left). But if the condition is severe or left untreated, as in the photo on the right, it can spread into tissue under the skin, the lymph nodes and …

May 16, 2025 · Your healthcare professional will likely be able to diagnose cellulitis by looking at your skin. You might need to have blood tests or other tests to help rule out other conditions.

Cellulitis (sel-u-LIE-tis) is a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection. The affected skin is swollen and inflamed and is typically painful and warm to the touch.

Mar 8, 2024 · Cellulitis isn't usually spread from person to person. Cellulitis is an infection of the deeper layers of the skin most commonly caused by bacteria that normally live on the skin's surface.

Jan 25, 2025 · To help prevent recurrent episodes of cellulitis — a bacterial infection in the deepest layer of skin — keep skin clean and well moisturized. Prevent cuts and scrapes by wearing appropriate …

May 16, 2025 · Areas of focus: General infectious diseases, MRSA infection, Pneumonia, Endocarditis, Osteomyelitis, Cellulitis

Cellulitis is usually a superficial infection of the skin (left). But if severe (right) or if left untreated, it can spread into the lymph nodes and bloodstream.

Dec 16, 2025 · Fever and chills. A general feeling of being sick, called malaise. Serious pain. These symptoms suggest that the infection is serious. Examples of serious staph infections include …

Feb 1, 2026 · Description Cephalexin is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing …

Feb 1, 2026 · Description Clindamycin is used to treat bacterial infections. This medicine may be given to patients who had an allergic reaction to penicillin. Clindamycin will not work for colds, flu, or other …