It is a bacterial infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, which causes redness, swelling, pain and tenderness. Part of the skin and subcutaneous tissue becomes infected in contact with bacteria that entered through a small, probably imperceptible, wound. The infection causes redness, pain and swelling, and most often attacks the legs. When it appears on the head, it represents non-localized inflammation without suppuration. Symptoms appear gradually over several hours. Older people are especially at risk of cellulitis, as most of them have poor circulation that leads to edema and leg ulcers. This increases the risk of infection. The most common causes of cellulitis are beta hemolytic streptococcus and staphylococcus aureus. A much milder clinical picture is given by infection with Staphylococcus aureus. The reason for this is that the streptococcus secretes substances that lead to the breakdown of cellular parts that participate in preventing the spread of inflammation. Because of this, the inflammation is much greater, the associated lymph nodes become enlarged. If the bacteria get into the blood, there is an increase in body temperature, chills and shivering. In people who have extremely reduced immunity, the body temperature does not have to be elevated. Others who can easily get cellulitis include drug addicts and diabetics. Marked cellulitis can cause sepsis - a dangerous blood infection. Cellulitis can occur if you have constant problems with circulation or the immune system.In addition to these two most common causes, in elderly people and chronic patients, the cause can also be Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and in children Haemophilus influenzae. After a deeper cat scratch or bite, an infection can occur because Pasteurella multocida very often causes cellulitis.
Cellulitis in hands
Signs of cellulitis on your hands are usually redness and swelling on the back of your hand. You may also be tender, sore, and blister the infected area.
Cellulitis in the feet
Cellulitis on the foot is characterized by redness and swelling that extends towards the toes. Recurrent cellulitis infections on your feet are dangerous because they can damage your lymphatic drainage system and cause chronic swelling of the affected limb.
Cellulitis in the legs Cellulitis of the legs usually affects the lower leg area and is characterized by tight, shiny, swollen skin and a skin sore/rash that grows rapidly. The affected area may be warm and there may be an abscess with pus around the infection.
Cellulitis in the eye An eye infected with cellulitis can affect the eyeball, eyelid, eyebrows and cheek. It is characterized by painful swelling of the upper and lower eyelids, eyebrows and cheeks, swollen eyes, reduced vision and painful sensation when moving the eye.
Cellulitis in the neck Cellulitis on the neck is most often caused by streptococci and staphylococci bacteria, and is characterized by redness and swelling in the infected area. It is often preceded by sinusitis, dental infections or traumatic abscesses.
Cellulitis on the scalp
Cellulitis of the scalp is also called posterior dissecting cellulitis of the scalp (DCS), and it can cause inflammation and hair loss in the affected area. If you have this condition, you may experience pus-filled lumps and bumps on the scalp and scarring in the affected area.
Cellulitis on fingers
Cellulitis can cause inflammation and redness on the fingers. Fortunately, this infection is superficial and does not affect the deeper structures of the hand.
Cellulitis on the arm
Symptoms of cellulitis on the hand can include: a large red and swollen area on the hand, a painful rash, scabs, blisters, tender lymph nodes and swollen glands.
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How to alleviate mild ailments?
If the leg is infected, it should be kept elevated to reduce swelling. Medicinal herbs are applied to the skin to remove impurities. They are used internally to expel excess fluid and purify the blood. Dandelion can be used, which improves liver function and prevents internal poisoning. Make a stronger tea from the fresh juice of the leaves and roots.
– A stronger tea made from white birch leaves and/or buds also removes skin impurities.
– Tea for the Liver (More information HERE ) with tincture Detox (You can find out more information HERE), is one of the best preparations for purifying the blood and body.
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