Summary
- Acute infectious disorder of skin characterised by erythema, oedema, warmth, and tenderness; commonly in an extremity.
- Prior episodes of cellulitis, pre-existing lymphoedema or venous insufficiency, and tinea pedis can all predispose to this condition.
- Antibiotics targeted at the most common aetiologies (streptococci and Staphylococcus aureus) usually result in resolution.
Other related conditions
- Peri-orbital and orbital cellulitis
- Sepsis
- Lymphoedema
- Necrotising fasciitis
- Superficial vein thrombophlebitis
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Gout
- Lyme disease
- Contact dermatitis
- Chronic venous insufficiency
- Impetigo
- Lyme disease
- Atopic dermatitis
- Insect bites and stings
- Urticaria and angio-oedema
- Familial Mediterranean fever
Last updated: Apr 26, 2013
