Cellulitis

Question 1

What is cellulitis?

Answer 1

This is infection and inflammation of the soft tissue, leading to generalised swelling

Question 2

What are the most common causative organisms in cellulitis?

Answer 2

• ß-Haemolytic streptococci
• Staphylococci

Question 3

How will cellulitis present?

Answer 3

Cellulitis will present with pain, swelling and erythema, which can range in severity, from a minor condition to sepsis

Question 4

What are some management options in cellulitis?

Answer 4

• Rest
• Elevation
• Analgesia
• Splinting
• Antibiotics (Oral or IV) - Penicillin