Superficial cellulitis, most commonly on face, characterized by a bright red, sharply demarcated, intensely painful, warm plaque. Because of superficial location of infection and associated edema, surface of plaque may exhibit a peau d'orange (orange peel) appearance. Most commonly due to infection with group A β-hemolytic streptococci, occurring at sites of trauma or other breaks in skin.
Treatment: Erysipelas Appropriate antibiotics depending on organism. |