Cellulitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is cellulitis?
A
Severe inflammation of dermal and subcutaneous layers of skin
2
Q
What causes cellulitis?
A
Staphylococcus aureus
Streptococcus pyogenes
3
Q
Gram stain of streptococcus pyogenes
A
Gram positive cocci in chains
4
Q
Gram stain of staphylococcus aureus
A
Gram positive cocci in clusters
5
Q
Symptoms of cellulitis
A
Inflammation
Rash
Fever
Itchy
Fatigue
Rubor, calor, dolor, tumor
6
Q
Management of cellulitis
A
Oral flucloxacillin - beta lactam - inhibits cell wall synthesis
doxycycline if penicillin allergy
Severe - IV co.amoxiclav
Painkillers
Monitor temp
Rest + fluids
7
Q
What are the virulence factors of streptococcus pyogenes?
A
- Streptokinase - breaks down blood clots
- M protein - disrupts respiratory burst
- Hyaluronic acid capsules
