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Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and the soft tissue just beneath it. It is most often caused by Streptococcus pyogenes or Staphylococcus aureus bacteria that enter through a cut, insect bite, surgical wound, or other break in the skin. The infection causes the affected area to become red, warm, swollen, and painful.

Common signs of cellulitis include a red, swollen patch of skin that feels warm and tender to the touch. The redness may spread over hours or days. Some people also develop fever, chills, or swollen lymph nodes. A physician can evaluate your symptoms and history to confirm the diagnosis.

Cellulitis itself is not typically contagious from person to person under normal social contact. The bacteria that cause it live on the skin and only cause infection when they enter through a break in the skin barrier. Practicing good wound care and hygiene helps prevent infection.

Mild cellulitis rarely resolves without antibiotic treatment and can worsen rapidly, spreading to deeper tissues or the bloodstream. Prompt antibiotic therapy is the standard of care. Seek emergency care immediately if you develop high fever, rapidly spreading redness, severe pain, or blistering.

Most cases of mild to moderate cellulitis are treated with a 5- to 10-day course of oral antibiotics. Symptoms such as redness and swelling typically begin to improve within 2 to 3 days of starting treatment. Complete the full course of antibiotics even if you feel better to prevent recurrence.

Seek emergency care right away if you experience rapidly spreading redness, high fever or chills, severe pain out of proportion to the appearance of the skin, blistering, skin that turns purple or black, or if you feel very ill. These can be signs of a serious infection such as necrotizing fasciitis or sepsis that requires immediate in-person treatment.

Doctronic uses AI to gather and evaluate your symptoms, medical history, and photos, then routes your case to a licensed physician who reviews everything and creates a personalized treatment plan. If a prescription is appropriate, it is sent electronically to your preferred pharmacy.

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