Cellulitis Explained By Infectious Disease Doc. Red, Sore And Swollen

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What is Cellulitis and How to Treat It?
*Cellulitis* is a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection. It appears as a swollen, red area of skin that's hot and tender to the touch and can spread rapidly.
**Symptoms**:
- Redness
- Swelling
- Warmth
- Pain or tenderness
- Fever
**Causes**:
- Bacteria (usually Streptococcus and Staphylococcus)
- Cuts, abrasions, or other breaks in the skin
**Treatment**:
1. **Antibiotics**: Prescribed by a doctor, usually taken for 5-14 days.
2. **Rest**: Elevate the affected area to reduce swelling.
3. **Pain Relief**: Over-the-counter pain medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
4. **Wound Care**: Keep the area clean and covered.
5. **Hydration**: Drink plenty of fluids to help your body fight the infection.
**Prevention**:
- Clean wounds promptly and apply antibiotic ointment.
- Keep skin moisturized to prevent cracks.
- Monitor any cuts or scrapes for signs of infection.
If you suspect cellulitis, seek medical attention promptly to avoid complications.
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@janellison5011
@janellison5011 2 ай бұрын
I almost always learn something new from your excellent videos, even though I enjoyed a long career in nursing. I'm begging you, though, to please address skin color changes in individuals with dark skin whose signs of inflammation may not manifest as redness. Sorry to get on my soapbox, but I've had patients of all colors, and Healthcare professionals still don't appear to be sufficiently proficient in covering non-white individuals' color changes. Or worse, sometimes it just doesn't occur to them.
@cherylemaybury9967
@cherylemaybury9967 2 ай бұрын
I had cellulitis a few years ago and it started with a severe fever for me. I had body aches, high temperature, shivering and shaking even though I had plenty of blankets. I went to the hospital and they thought I had Covid but test was negative. No rash at the time. 36 hours later I went back to the hospital with the nasty rash on my leg and still sick with fever, and it was Cellulitis.
@trishd8373
@trishd8373 2 ай бұрын
Many years ago I came down with a case around my nose and forehead --Oh boy!! In just a matter of hours .....I was in the hospital and put on the antibiotics, intravenously. The next day--what a scare when I saw my reflection!!! I just remember my whole face was swollen beyond imagination ...there were literally holes in my face where my nostrils were.....Thank God the meds worked wonders!! To say the least, even 30 plus years ago, I am extremely cautious of any redness on myself or my family members. Cellulitis can be super scary!!
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Yes red danger
@scottdutra788
@scottdutra788 2 ай бұрын
1st to like… I enjoy most of these videos and rarely miss one so I figure I can like them before I watch. Thanks Docs doing a great Job 😃
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Glad you like them! Appreciate the support!
@es8117
@es8117 2 ай бұрын
Had Cellulitis from a horsefly bite on my arm. Marked the area and took paracetamol regularly with plenty of fluids. Cleared on it's own. Helped that I work for the NHS and see Cellulitis on a daily basis.
@ontheroadwithtenzin
@ontheroadwithtenzin 2 ай бұрын
I got cellulitis after a bee sting on my arm. Very painful, swelling, red and hard area larger than my hand. It rose up within hours of the sting and was worse the 2nd day. Prescribed antibiotics for 7 days. Took 3 weeks to totally go away.
@whilethevossisaway
@whilethevossisaway 2 ай бұрын
Developed cellulitis overnight on the top of my hand, it was quite painful. Went to my PC immediately and got antibiotics, it cleared up nicely!
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Good move
@denisemariner1235
@denisemariner1235 2 ай бұрын
Developed for me after they excised squamous cell skin cancer on my forearm. Redness, warmth, swelling, weeping of the wound, nasty pain. Two weeks of antibiotics over and done. Never want that hell again.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Glad you are ok
@juliekane1156
@juliekane1156 2 ай бұрын
Please explain how lymphedema can lead to cellulitis. Thanks for your great, informative videos!
@maryann340
@maryann340 Ай бұрын
I think they were saying that lymphedema can be mistaken for cellulitis???
@karenpolansky9097
@karenpolansky9097 2 ай бұрын
Great information, but could you please show compression done correctly? As a wound care nurse who has done compression for patients many times, I can say with full confidence that compression starts at the toes. If you apply compression as you showed in your video, you’re going to come back to see a swollen foot and skinny leg to put it simply, not to mention other complications.
@miriamzajfman4305
@miriamzajfman4305 2 ай бұрын
This happened to me after shopping in the " open air market " in China .It was inflamed , painful , dark red . My daughter got frightened , her friend who was a doctor said that it was nothing serious maybe some kind of allergy to take Tylenol for pine and it will go away by itself .It took good five days . I'm sure it wasn't a allergy . Now I can count myself lucky
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Oh man!!
@emmakavanagh007
@emmakavanagh007 13 күн бұрын
Great info guys, thanks, its really good life knowledge to recognize the infection, in particular, tracking if the redness is moving up the limb or towards the heart. So the area of redness and swelling, in particular, the redness area, will increase in the infected area,. High temperature or just feeling unwell. The inflamed, sore and swollen area feels really quite hot. Mum, in UHCW UK NHS, now having IV Flucloxacillin. Very brave lady, pain out of 10, was 3. Fingers crossed she will make a good recovery. Swift action is required to avoid complications. Always call for medics if unsure.
@melissabrown6254
@melissabrown6254 2 ай бұрын
Good to know. Hopefully I don't need that information anytime soon. 😱
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
You and me both!
@BethMcCall-wb7wf
@BethMcCall-wb7wf 2 ай бұрын
Can you please do a video on Stomach Cancer and ways to prevent it?
@gh4121-b5n
@gh4121-b5n 2 ай бұрын
Had cellulitis on my shin that was misdiagnosed at the start but a different doc figured it out a couple of weeks later(didn’t have athletes foot). Heavy doses of antibiotics starting intravenously a few times and over a few weeks and it slowly went away. Not fun and it’s important to get it looked at right away.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Glad you are ok
@monac9459
@monac9459 2 ай бұрын
As a sonographer, this is a touchy subject. Nothing worse than getting called in at 2 am for cellulitis on a leg. Ofcourse they want a scan to rule out dvt but in the 17 years Ive been doing ultrasounds, Ive only seen a handful of leg discoloration related to a dvt. I do on average 5 to 7 legs a day for dvts. However the majority 99.9 % of cellulitis legs are just that...cellulitis.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Yup. Thanks for the job that you do
@susanpeters1628
@susanpeters1628 2 ай бұрын
My husband had cellulitis near his elbow. He needed iv infusions for a week and a half.
@R19654
@R19654 2 ай бұрын
So did I.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Yes this can happen
@carol5330
@carol5330 2 ай бұрын
I got an insect bite. I kept it clean as much as possible. 9 days later I developed cellulitis. Very painful, swelled and a very distinct redness. Within a few hours the redness had doubled in size. Once you have seen cellulitis, you know it when you see it again. I went for emergency care and got oral antibiotics for 7 days. It cleared up but the mark lasted for a few weeks. It is so important to get treated as soon as possible.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear you are ok. Bites can go sideways quickly
@sallyware156
@sallyware156 2 ай бұрын
I have been taught so much since watching your videos. Thanks so much doctors.....
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear that! That’s our goal
@heididoeberlein8842
@heididoeberlein8842 2 ай бұрын
I had this 2 years ago. It happened in my wrist and forearm. No wounds, punctures, bug bites, etc. so I have no idea how it happened. Super painful! My chiropractor was manipulating it because I thought I had sprained my wrist - the absolute worst thing you can do, I was writhing in pain!! Antibiotics did the trick and it wasn’t so painful after several days on them.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Wow glad you are ok
@farisworld149
@farisworld149 14 күн бұрын
What if its not resolving even after taking antibiotics for 8 days
@HouseScraper
@HouseScraper 2 ай бұрын
You guys are the greatest thanks for the information
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@jackehli621
@jackehli621 Ай бұрын
I'm surprised they did not mention a strep infection vs a staff infection which is usually much much worse.
@Gurkha9
@Gurkha9 2 ай бұрын
Currently suffering from a severe case according to a micro biologist. On IV meds and swelling and redness still hasn't improved after a week. Spent 4 days in hospital. Discouraging to say the least. Blood work says I'm improving though.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Let’s keep it going! Best of luck
@GreggBB
@GreggBB 2 ай бұрын
antibiotic resistant bacteria can make this one tough to deal with.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely!
@JC-il4or
@JC-il4or 2 ай бұрын
Diagnosed after a spider bite. Prescribed oral sulfa drug. Drug caused worse reaction than diagnosed condition. By 4th day Dr said ok to discontinue drug...(no, really?) No topical remedy, just sulfa. Symptom went away. Filed under Why I don't see doctors unless I'm dying.
@user-pi8kh2sh9b
@user-pi8kh2sh9b 2 ай бұрын
As always, very informative. Thanks.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
So nice of you
@waltwenzel9549
@waltwenzel9549 2 ай бұрын
After cellulitis is cured by antibiotic treatment, are there any complications that can/may arise from a previously treated infection?
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Sometimes persistent swelling or skin changes
@waltwenzel9549
@waltwenzel9549 2 ай бұрын
@@TalkingWithDocs Thank you for the reply. Could circulation near a treated leg cellulitis be affected?
@Mark-rj9fl
@Mark-rj9fl 11 күн бұрын
I had to do a sergi on my left leg and you in the haspital for 7 days I could not walk my legs was swollen from the knee to the straight down the doctor had to stuff the wound I could not walk for a couple of weeks and the wound took 3 to 4 weeks to heal after healing a couple of days after I started to feel a sharp pain at the area on the leg that was cut no swelling no redness and no high temperature was noticed
@R19654
@R19654 2 ай бұрын
I have a reoccurring issue with cellulitis. First time in my feet then my ankles and later to my elbow. I have had it on my cheek as well. It can be anywhere. My treatment has been with cephalaxin and not penicillin at 500 mg per day. Strong stuff for about 10 days. It’s exactly as the doctors say. It’s very painful. If it is red, draw a line around it, if it grows then go to emergency. I was on 6 rounds of intravenous for my first attack because I let it go too long.
@Heyitsyourfriendrobert
@Heyitsyourfriendrobert 2 ай бұрын
Yep.
@ShopStylebyme
@ShopStylebyme 2 ай бұрын
@R19654 is it like a rash? Is it itchy? I have about 15 red dots on both of my feet on the shin but it doesn’t hurt it is just itchy. I put cortisone on it and it helped, now I am wondering if it was cellulitis 💭
@R19654
@R19654 2 ай бұрын
@@ShopStylebyme It starts as a sore spot that turns into a red spot often the size of a quarter or larger that grows quickly. It’s sore then became really painful. Feels like you bumped into something. But that pain is unique. You will know.
@ShopStylebyme
@ShopStylebyme 2 ай бұрын
@@R19654 you’re so nice to explain this to me. I wish you and your family the best of health and happiness. Thank you again.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Wow that’s a lot of
@Orangeshebert
@Orangeshebert Ай бұрын
I loved your guest. Succinct, factual and didn’t wax on.
@KennethBoothe
@KennethBoothe 28 күн бұрын
I had a small scar on my right foot and i tried different ointments and it only spread more now its on the other foot inspite of three courses of antibiotics what do i do i am very concern about this condition i plan on seeing a skin specialist later this month . I am at my wits end any adcice you can give it woul be greatly appreciated.
@hg2614
@hg2614 Ай бұрын
Great information ℹ️
@RichRich1955
@RichRich1955 2 ай бұрын
I had a buildup of old ear wax that eventually got infected and the side of my face ballooned up from cellulitis. Dr says canal looks ok. ENT says canal looks ok. I scrape out large quantity of old wax. Problem solved.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Wow
@rbiebrich
@rbiebrich 2 ай бұрын
I have had Cellulitis 3 times same lower leg. It is the most painful thing I have ever gone through including knee replacement. Needed the IV all 3 times as the Oral treatment couldn't get rid of it. Red, lots of swelling throughout my whole calf were my most prominent symptoms.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Wow
@rbiebrich
@rbiebrich 2 ай бұрын
Crazy how fast it worsens. I keep some oral meds for when I feel it coming on the head to the Emerg ward.
@nanniecath528
@nanniecath528 Ай бұрын
My ER person advised if I experience symptoms again to get straight to ER as cellulitius can lead to amputation. They immediately check your temperature and heart date, then your bloods. Intravenous antibiotics is the direct hit for the start of recovery, then you go onto oral antibiotics. Fast forward 8 years, I was prescribed to wear compression stockings 30-40 mmhg during the day, knee hight, toeless style. Had 8 bouts since the first - on lower left leg, body shivers in 38 degree celcius weather, 5 blankets, extreme thirst.....progressed to weeping blisters..... then pain to get out of chair (a 1mm kidney stone is worse..... worse than natural childbirth 😅).... picked up a bug in the ocean or ground and my unfit 50 year old body then....
@glennwhitt-hs7rh
@glennwhitt-hs7rh 25 күн бұрын
Thank you.
@Value1lady
@Value1lady 2 ай бұрын
Hey docs what r u guys’s specialty? My daughter in law had cellulitis on her leg from her dog jumping over her leg and scratched it and took antibiotics and then they never helped bc the antibiotic wasn’t strong enough so she got stronger one and now gone. Thanks docs! Been curious to what u guys’ specialty is. Lol. ❤❤
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
So we are Orthopedic surgeons and our guest Dr Warren is an infectious disease specialist.
@chrisballo
@chrisballo 2 ай бұрын
I believe I had cellulitis of the lip back in 1982 1993. I used to wipe my rear and then wipe my face at the same time by doubt that if they caused it then like a week two weeks later, we would appear on my upper up and then the doctor gave me medication and it smelled so bad. I couldn’t take it so they made me to the hospital.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Oh man 🤣
@I_am_archie
@I_am_archie 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Docs 🤠👍🏻
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Welcome!
@elishachante6773
@elishachante6773 2 ай бұрын
Use dettol in your baths once a month the brown bottle that can be diluted in water and is safe for skin that will stop these things from happening.
@fionaokeefe1906
@fionaokeefe1906 2 ай бұрын
Hey doc let’s talk about TBIs and if a person can make a comeback after suffering through one?!?
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
We need to get a neurologist on but we are working on that
@normahammes3104
@normahammes3104 2 ай бұрын
That would be good, but please don’t get one who says “most of the time people recover within 1 month/2 months/ 6 months - etc. After more than 11 years, I still suffer effects despite the CT scan reassuring the ER that there was no problem. There are many other obvious symptoms of serious problems than are visible on a CT scan.
@markfox5349
@markfox5349 Ай бұрын
my uncle had a toe amputated because the Nursing Home's "specialist" kept giving him some low level anitbiotic that obviously was not working. Always go to an Infectious Disease specialist.
@kathypendleton8493
@kathypendleton8493 Ай бұрын
😊great video!
@TheyCallMeMr.Fahrenheit
@TheyCallMeMr.Fahrenheit Ай бұрын
Both oral and IV antibiotics have failed me. I'm so scared.
@empirecapital5004
@empirecapital5004 Ай бұрын
My grandmother who is 77 years old got cellulities. She is hospitalized for 3 days now. She is on antibiotics. But doctor said she has to go through small dead skin removal sergury. Im worriying. Please explain
@carriehollyland3596
@carriehollyland3596 2 ай бұрын
I had cellulitis on my back a couple years ago after having a punch biopsy done on a weird spot on my back.
@BillPowers-qy8bp
@BillPowers-qy8bp 2 ай бұрын
I have it on my face, ear & behind my ear. Not only does it hurt but it itches and I had a fever to begin with as well as trouble sleeping. My face is hideous now and I look like a different person. and I am absolutely miserable so it has effected me psychologically as well 😢 I am on antibiotics & steroids as well as these creams from my dermatologist.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Hope it gets better Bill. Sorry to hear this. Hang in there
@xymonau2468
@xymonau2468 2 ай бұрын
I have read everything online and it says cellulitis is generally only on one side.
@howardballmann1881
@howardballmann1881 2 ай бұрын
My 33 year old son developed cellulitis in his right thigh.The infection attacked his heart it ate a hole between both chambers.A week later he was dead.This happened 13 years ago but still feels like yesterday.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
We are so sorry to hear this Howard.
@cherylmcnutt9905
@cherylmcnutt9905 2 ай бұрын
So very sorry for your loss! I once asked a doctor when it’s best to call her so I don’t waste her time. She said three days. If, by the third day, you’re not getting better, call your doctor immediately or get yourself to the Emergency Room.
@carloszenteno
@carloszenteno 2 ай бұрын
Could triple antibiotic lotion/gel/ointment be used at the beginning of cellulitis? to avoid getting a bunch of antibiotics in the body... Thanks in advance.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Potentially. Depends on the bacteria and the severity
@carloszenteno
@carloszenteno 2 ай бұрын
@@TalkingWithDocs Thanks
@j7ndominica051
@j7ndominica051 2 ай бұрын
Eating and drinking too much causes my left leg to swell in hot weather, and if I binge really badly, then the right one too. Walking in boots provides compression. If I can get the boots on. I don't think I've knowingly had cellulitis after a fair share of cuts, dirty garden soil, prickly plants and cat scratches. I thought you'd have sepsis if bacteria get inside.
@ridinreiners
@ridinreiners 2 ай бұрын
Cellulitis is an infection of the skin. Sepsis is an infection in the bloodstream and is extremely serious.
@Heyitsyourfriendrobert
@Heyitsyourfriendrobert 2 ай бұрын
I had this twice second time was in my nose. Had to be on intravenous antibiotics. They said to close to my brain. Don’t pick your nose
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Don’t pick your nose!
@markfox5349
@markfox5349 Ай бұрын
my doctor tried 4 or 5 antibiotics and my foot kept growing. He had no clue. I ended up in the hospital and the doctor there took a sample and tested it to determine which antibiotic is right for me. If this ever happens again, I will avoid the GP and go straight to an Infectious Disease doctor that knows what he is doing so I can tack the infection right then and there, instead of 3 weeks of my GP trying to get it right by guessing. SMH.
@user-vy5qx1xq5b
@user-vy5qx1xq5b 2 ай бұрын
Can I put some cream for this
@barbarak8158
@barbarak8158 2 ай бұрын
Ouch!
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Yup
@marieholzwasser9224
@marieholzwasser9224 2 ай бұрын
Can you catch cellulitis from some one that has it?
@R19654
@R19654 2 ай бұрын
No.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Not typically
@janineowens8327
@janineowens8327 2 ай бұрын
Had it on my neck and moved up onto my face
@rannerobin2787
@rannerobin2787 2 ай бұрын
Had cellulitis in both elbows (one at a time) years apart. The pain was quite severe. Don't know how I got it.
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Yes it’s insidious
@SewWhittle
@SewWhittle 2 ай бұрын
Dr Warren looks like he slept in those scrubs 😂
@Lazybones52
@Lazybones52 2 ай бұрын
Evil I’ve had it many times
@TalkingWithDocs
@TalkingWithDocs 2 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear that
@alensoftic7227
@alensoftic7227 2 ай бұрын
Quite a silent colleague you got there. 😄 Not a fan of camera perhaps?
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