It is an infection of the deeper layers of the skin mainly caused by the bacteria and/or by a fungus.
The infection enters via cracks in the skin (which may not be visible through the naked eye).
It occurs when the bacteria or fungus moves down the layers of the skin through an opening i.e. a cut or a graze.
It can affect all ages.
It is common in face, arms and/or hands and /or lower legs
If an arm or leg is involved, you can raise (elevate) the affected body part to reduce or prevent swelling.
Do not wait, if one develops swollen lymph nodes, streaks on skin from injury site and feeling unwell, one may have lymphangitis, you will most likely need antibiotics. If antibiotics do not work, it may be fungal and/or viral. Please let the healthcare professional know what may have caused this.
Diagnosis tests
Cultures to detect if bacterial and/or fungal
Blood tests to check if patient is immunocompromised
Do not wait, if one develops swollen lymph nodes, streaks on skin from injury site and feeling unwell, one may have lymphangitis, you will most likely need antibiotics. If antibiotics do not work, it may be fungal and/or viral. Please let the healthcare professional know what may have caused this.
Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist) for further advice
Detailed Information
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