cellulitis Flashcards
1
Q
what is it?
A
invasion of dermis and subcutaneous fat
2
Q
what are the causative organisms?
A
strep. pyogenes +/- staph. aureus (surgical wound sites), beta-haemolytic streps
3
Q
who is it most common in?
A
diabetics
4
Q
how does it clinically present?
A
generalised swelling seen in legs
macular hot erythema with ill defined margins that is often spreading
fevers, rigours and nausea
5
Q
what investigations are used?
A
usually clinical diagnosis
atypical = blood cultures
6
Q
how is it managed?
A
antibiotics
rest
elevation
analgesia
splint
7
Q
what antibiotic is used and what is the alternative if allergic?
A
flucloxacillin
doxycycline
