Author(s):
Vijayalakshmi B, Dhanraj Ganapathy
Email(s):
vijinov2@gmail.com
DOI:
10.5958/0974-360X.2016.00422.4 
Address:
Vijayalakshmi B1, Dhanraj Ganapathy2
1Intern, Department of Prosthodontics, Saveetha Dental College, Chennai-77, India
2Professor and Head of the Department, Saveetha Dental College, Chennai -77, India.
Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 9,
Issue - 11,
Year - 2016
ABSTRACT:
Cellulitis: An acute spreading bacterial infection affecting the dermis and subcutaneous layer characterized by local findings of tenderness, erythema, increased warmth, swelling, and regional lymphadenopathy. Cellulitis can occur in any part of the body especially in legs and face. The bacteria most commonly involved are streptococci and Staphylococcus aureus. When left untreated it affects the lymphatic vessels and reaches the circulation causing serious conditions. The borders of the area of redness are generally not sharp and the skin may be swollen. Lymphatic vessels may occasionally be involved. This review deals about the infection spread, symptoms, investigations and treatment in cellulitis.
Cite this article:
Vijayalakshmi B, Dhanraj Ganapathy. Medical Management of Cellulitis. Research J. Pharm. and Tech 2016; 9(11):2067-2070. doi: 10.5958/0974-360X.2016.00422.4
Cite(Electronic):
Vijayalakshmi B, Dhanraj Ganapathy. Medical Management of Cellulitis. Research J. Pharm. and Tech 2016; 9(11):2067-2070. doi: 10.5958/0974-360X.2016.00422.4 Available on: https://www.rjptonline.org/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2016-9-11-51