Skin and soft tissue infection

Question 1

First line treatment for uncomplicated cellulitis

Answer 1

Flucloxacillin

- most likely staph aureus and strep

Question 2

First line Abx for mammal bites

Answer 2

Co-amoxiclav

Question 3

Severe MRSA soft tissue infections Abx

Answer 3

Vancomycin

mild - doxycycline

Question 4

Risk factors for cellulitis in the legs

Answer 4

Venous stasis
Lymphoedema
Diabetes

Question 5

If cellulitis in legs, examine for

Answer 5

Athlete’s foot
Fungal nail infection

(portal of entry for bacteria)