Symptoms
Red, swollen, warm, tender skin that spreads, sometimes with fever.
Cause
Bacterial infection of the deeper skin layers, often entering through a cut, insect bite, or crack in the skin.
Prevention
Clean and cover cuts/wounds promptly, moisturize dry cracked skin, manage conditions like diabetes well.
Treatment
Antibiotics as prescribed, keeping the affected area elevated and clean, pain relievers.
See a doctor if
Redness spreads rapidly, fever develops, or there's no improvement within 48 hours of starting antibiotics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Cellulitis?
Red, swollen, warm, tender skin that spreads, sometimes with fever.
What causes Cellulitis?
Bacterial infection of the deeper skin layers, often entering through a cut, insect bite, or crack in the skin.
How can Cellulitis be prevented?
Clean and cover cuts/wounds promptly, moisturize dry cracked skin, manage conditions like diabetes well.
What is the treatment for Cellulitis?
Antibiotics as prescribed, keeping the affected area elevated and clean, pain relievers.
When should I see a doctor for Cellulitis?
Redness spreads rapidly, fever develops, or there's no improvement within 48 hours of starting antibiotics.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10