Cellulitis recovery time

Question 1

Elevated creatinine levels raised lft and inconsistent hep c blood test. has cellulitis from shin injury. feels recovery is very slow . lethargy.

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Need nephrologist: Sounds like a complex problem and need to be evaluated by specialist. Would recommend nephrologist first as elevated creatinine may signify progressiv... Read More

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Question 2

How much time can you live with cellulitis with out taking meds.?

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Depends: Depends on many factor; severity, location, other comobidities etc

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Cellulitis.: Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin. It's superficial and treatable with antibiotics, either topical or oral. Some infections can be ver... Read More

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Question 3

I've got recurring cellulitis. is it going to get worse each time?

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Not necessarily: It may depend on the source of the infection and treatment utilized.

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Many Causes: Cellulitis is basically a visible inflammation (itis) of the skin and soft tissues (red, hot, swollen and tender) . It can be caused by many things in... Read More

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Question 4

Does cellulitis get worse looking over time if not treated? how so?

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Quite often - yes: Cellulitis can continue to spread and sometimes there can be disastrous consequences if not treated.

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Question 5

I have cellulitis and i've had it before. it doesn't seem like its spreading as fast this time. what should i do?

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Cellulitis: Antibiotics are usually used to treat cellulitis. If the infection is limited to a small area, has not spread to the bloodstream or lymph system, and ... Read More

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Question 6

I have cellulitis and i had it a year ago also. it doesn't seem to be spreading as fast this time. i've had all of the symptoms. what should i do?

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Go see your PCP: My attendings back in boston had a saying..Cellulitis begets cellulitis. Lymphatic channels are scarred and tissue damaged. You should be evaluated ... Read More

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Question 7

Time frame from bug bite to get cellulitis?

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Variable : A skin reaction from an insect bite is most often histamine release by your own immune system causing mild redness, swelling and itching. Cellulitis i... Read More

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Question 8

I've gotten cellulitis twice in 3 months, second time with lymphatic involvement. is this gonna keep recurring?

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Recurrent cellulitis: Recurrent cellulitis means a recurrent break in the skin or a nidus of infection. Depending on location of your cellulitis, you might discuss skin car... Read More

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Question 9

Is it possible to have shingles and cellulitis at the same time?

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Yes: One thing that doctors become concerned about it herpes zoster infections near the eye that can lead to cellulitis. Another issue that can occur is a ... Read More

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Question 10

My husband has had cellulitis 4 times in the last 6 months all in the same area. it seems to get better with anti biotics. what could cause this?

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Maybe venous stasis.: People often treated w recurrent "cellulitis" in ED, primary docs,urgent care, wound center, etc. when true diagnosis is venous stasis/venous insuffic... Read More

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Cellulitis recovery time

Elevated creatinine levels raised lft and inconsistent hep c blood test. has cellulitis from shin injury. feels recovery is very slow . lethargy.

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How much time can you live with cellulitis with out taking meds.?

I've got recurring cellulitis. is it going to get worse each time?

Does cellulitis get worse looking over time if not treated? how so?

I have cellulitis and i've had it before. it doesn't seem like its spreading as fast this time. what should i do?

I have cellulitis and i had it a year ago also. it doesn't seem to be spreading as fast this time. i've had all of the symptoms. what should i do?

Time frame from bug bite to get cellulitis?

I've gotten cellulitis twice in 3 months, second time with lymphatic involvement. is this gonna keep recurring?

Is it possible to have shingles and cellulitis at the same time?

My husband has had cellulitis 4 times in the last 6 months all in the same area. it seems to get better with anti biotics. what could cause this?

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