Erysipelas Flashcards
1
Q
Erysipelas
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Acute superficial cellulitis involving dermal lymphatics
2
Q
Etiology
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Group A streptococci
3
Q
Pathogenesis
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Portal of entry
Streptococcus from nose or perineum
4
Q
Clinical features
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Bright red
Sharply demarcated
Erythematous patch
Usually symmetrical on the face (cheeks)
On legs unilateral
Fever chills malaise
5
Q
Complications
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Lymphedema
Lip edema
Elephantiasis nostra
Glomerulonephritis
6
Q
Diagnosis
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Increased esr crp wbc
Lesion edge aspiration
7
Q
Therapy
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Penicillin
Antibiotics
Raise limb
Cool compress
