Cellulitis Flashcards
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What is cellulitis?
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A non-necrotizing inflammation of the skin and subcutaneous tissues, usually from acute infection.
2
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Describe the epidemiology of cellulitis
A
It is a relatively common infection, affecting all racial and ethnic groups
A higher incidence of cellulitis in individuals older than 45 years
3
Q
How does cellulitis develop?
A
Cellulitis can develop after the the skin is cut has a laceration, insect bite, or has a puncture wound. . Organisms on the skin gain entrance to the dermis and multiply to cause cellulitis.
4
Q
What are the four cardinal signs of cellulitis?
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Erythema, pain, swelling, warmth.
5
Q
What could be a complication of cellulitis?
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Abscess formation,
