Question 1

how do i avoid getting cellulitis from a hematoma?

Accepted Answer

Depending on cause: If your hematoma developed after a surgery, we tend to treat it with oral antibiotics as the would has been exposed and you'd have a higher risk of infection.  However, if the hematoma developed after a blunt trauma that did not cause open broken skin, then the risk of infection is low, and we simply allow your body to slowly metabolize the clot.  You should see your doctor to examine the area.

Question 2

i fell on saturday and think my arm is infected. cellulitis?

Accepted Answer

Of course we can: not examine your arm over the internet so it will be difficult to confirm the presence of cellulitis or not. There are some dangerous pathogens that can infect wounds associated with falling, abrasions and dirt exposure so it would be best to have a health care professional evaluate the area personally in case you need antibiotic treatment. Go for an appointment today.

Question 3

i have recurring cellulitis which starts as a painful lump but always results in large infected boils is there anything i can do to stop it returning?

Accepted Answer

Yes: See your doctor and get started on a king acting antibiotic. Get going now

Question 4

can you get cellulitis of the eye if infected and you rub it?

Accepted Answer

Naah: Cellulitis is an infection of the deeper skin structures. You would really have to claw at the eye to get cellulitis. But anything is possible i guess, especially if there is a deep wound.

Question 5

i had a lateral release on my knee 5 months ago, got cellulitis immediately after surgery and now my knee is warm to the touch.  could it be infected?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Go back to your surgeon to have it examined. It may not be, but the risk of waiting is not worth it.

Question 6

when does the redness and warmth from cellulitis go away? i have been on augmentin for almost 2 weeks for infected cat bite. redness, swelling, and warmth improving but redness, and some warmth remain. is this something to be worried about?

Accepted Answer

: You might actually have another problem{with your vascular system}, either stasis dermatitis or even, though more rare, thrombophlebitis. See your dermatologist for evaluation and possibly an alternative treatment. Also, the alleged infection may be caused by an organism that is not susceptible to Augmentin.

Question 7

i woke up this morning and my left hand is swollen. i received a very small cat scratch from a stray cat that we feed last night. however, the scratch itself doesnt look infected. should i seek medical attention. i have had cellulitis in the past?

Accepted Answer

: Redness, swelling and history of a cat scratch can indicate a skin infection. It is important for this to be addressed immediately. go to an in person urgent care or a telemedicine acute care. the Dr can evaluate your hand and determine if there is need for prescription antibiotics.

Question 8

is it normal to have joint pain with cellulitis? infected wound on knuckle. pain has spread from just the cut to deep in the knuckle joint

Accepted Answer

Yes.: The cellulitis itself will be painful. Infection spreading to the jt is called septic arthrits. You need to get seen urgently to have this treated surgically to clean the joint ( x20) + i/v antibiotics, and of course some pain meds. 
Should see an orthopod asap.
Good luck.

Question 9

i've been treating my cellulitis for about 2 days now redness and swelling is starting to go down but bruise it's starting to appear is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Black and blue mark?: A bruise, or “contusion,” appears on the skin due to trauma. Examples of trauma are a cut or blow to the area. The injury causes capillaries to burst. The blood gets trapped below the skin's surface, which causes a bruise. Cellulitis on the other hand is a common skin infection that happens when bacteria spread through the skin to deeper tissues. Sounds like you have more than cellulitis.

Question 10

had a small "bruise" fine for 2 days didn't do anything but then got very red swollen and big over last few days. dr said cellulitis. is this correct?

Accepted Answer

Well - the doctor: who evaluated you was able to get a full hx &amp; to do a physical exam.  From the info available  - I can only say it could be consistent with cellulitis.

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I fell on saturday and think my arm is infected. cellulitis?

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I have recurring cellulitis which starts as a painful lump but always results in large infected boils is there anything i can do to stop it returning?

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Can you get cellulitis of the eye if infected and you rub it?

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I had a lateral release on my knee 5 months ago, got cellulitis immediately after surgery and now my knee is warm to the touch. could it be infected?

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When does the redness and warmth from cellulitis go away? i have been on augmentin for almost 2 weeks for infected cat bite. redness, swelling, and warmth improving but redness, and some warmth remain. is this something to be worried about?

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I woke up this morning and my left hand is swollen. i received a very small cat scratch from a stray cat that we feed last night. however, the scratch itself doesnt look infected. should i seek medical attention. i have had cellulitis in the past?

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Is it normal to have joint pain with cellulitis? infected wound on knuckle. pain has spread from just the cut to deep in the knuckle joint

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I've been treating my cellulitis for about 2 days now redness and swelling is starting to go down but bruise it's starting to appear is this normal?

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Had a small "bruise" fine for 2 days didn't do anything but then got very red swollen and big over last few days. dr said cellulitis. is this correct?

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