Cellulitis

Cellulitis is an acute or chronic inflammation of the connective tissue of the skin, caused by infection with a type of bacteria (staphylococcus, streptococcus or other bacteria).

Cellulitis frequently occurs on exposed areas of the body such as the arms, legs, and face. It is characterized by redness, swelling, warmth and pain or tenderness.

The swelling can spread rapidly.

Causes

Cellulitis occurs when bacteria, most commonly streptococcus and staphylococcus, enter through a crack or break in your skin. The incidence of a more serious staphylococcus infection called methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is increasing.

Although cellulitis can occur anywhere on your body, the most common location is the lower leg. Bacteria is most likely to enter disrupted areas of skin, such as where you’ve had recent surgery, cuts, puncture wounds, an ulcer, athlete’s foot or dermatitis.

Certain types of insect or spider bites also can transmit the bacteria that start the infection. Bacteria can also enter through areas of dry, flaky skin or swollen skin.

Symptoms of cellulitis

• The symptoms of cellulitis may include:
• pain and tenderness in the affected area
• redness or inflammation of your skin
• a skin sore or rash that appears and grows quickly
• a tight, glossy, swollen appearance of the skin
• a feeling of warmth in the affected area
• a central area that has an abscess with pus formation
• fever

Some common symptoms of a more serious cellulitis infection are:

• shaking
• chills
• a feeling of illness
• fatigue
• dizziness
• lightheadedness
• muscle aches
• warm skin
• sweating

Symptoms such as the following could signal that cellulitis is spreading:

• drowsiness
• lethargy
• blistering
• red streaks

Homoeopathic Treatment

Homeopathy can effectively manage cases of cellulitis. The skin swelling, redness and pain can very well be treated with homeopathy. Not only does homeopathy successfully manage acute cellulitis but it also helps in preventing the recurrent attacks in cases where this tendency is present. Local care of the affected part combined with homeopathic treatment can ensure good recovery of cellulitis.