The Causes, Diagnosis, Prognosis, and Treatment of Cellulitis Essay

CellulitisIn being a very common diagnosis all over the world, cellulitis is a serious disease that should not go unnoticed. Cellulitis is a spreading bacterial infection of the skin and the tissues immediately beneath it. It appears as a red, swollen area on the skin that is tender to the touch. While most commonly found on the lower extremities, the infection can be found many other places on the body and is almost always localized. Cellulitis is caused by both the streptococcus and staphylococcus species. Skin lacerations are the most common way cellulitis is introduced into a patient and is a huge risk factor. This infection spreads very quickly because the bacteria produces an enzyme that hinders the ability of the skin tissue to confine the infection. The site of infection is usually swollen because the bacteria blocks lymphatic vessels. Other symptoms include redness, tenderness, pain, fluid filled blisters, and may be pitted resembling an orange peel. This skin infection is relatively easy to diagnosis. Most doctors diagnose a patient with cellulitis just by examining the infection site. Laboratory identification of the bacteria isnt necessary unless the patient is seriously ill. If the patients immune system is compromised, then blood and tissue cultures are usually taken and biopsied. A more serious case of cellulitis, methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) has become more common in the US. In some cases, another disorder called deep vein thrombosis (commonly called a blood clot) is confused with cellulitis because the symptoms are very similar. The intensity of the infection can vary from mild to severe. While most people only feel mildly ill, some may have fever, chills, rapid heart rate, headache, low blood pressure, and confusion. As the infection spreads, nearby lymph nodes may become enlarged and tender, an infection called lymphadenitis. After previously having cellulitis, people become more prone to getting it again. When the infection affects the same site repeatedly, the lymphatic vessels around that area become...

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