Question 1

what is the best way to remove cellulitis fat?

Accepted Answer

Cellulaze: Cellulaze is the first fda approved procedure that effectively treats cellulite with only one treatment with long-lasting results. All previous treatments have not been effective and are temporary requiring constant continual maintenance treatments to keep the results that are gained. This is a major technologic breakthrough to treat a condition that affects 80% of the female population.

Question 2

what is the best antibiotic for preseptal cellulitis caused by a sinus infection? my eye lid is slightly swollen. was given clarithromycin 500mg 2x/ day. is that the best course of treatment? augmentin doesn't work for me. what else should i do?

Accepted Answer

Sinusitis: These antibiotics are effective but if not improving should see your doctor

Question 3

i have this and it's caused cellulitis on my arm all the way to my armpit, what is the best solution.

Accepted Answer

R/O CELLULITIS: Cellulitis is a superficial skin infection that can be caused after an abrasion or rupture of a boil . if it is extending up your arm SEEK PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION YOU MAY NEED IV ANTIBIOTICS. Seek prompt evaluation for potential need of IV VS oral antibiotics/X-ray /labs. SEEK PROMPT EVALUATION SINCE INFECTION IS PROGRESSING

Question 4

from a dental view point, what is the best antibiotic for facial cellulitis?

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Dental help: The best therapy is that of proper dental therapy to address the source of the infection--not medication. In absence of immediate dental therapy or to assist in control of the infection, your dentist must choose an antibiotic appropriate to the site and most likely bacterial source. Obviously, you must seek counsel from your dentist first--asap when there is cellulitis.

Question 5

can weeping edema blisters of the legs be treated at home? what is the best way to prevent cellulitis?

Accepted Answer

Phlebitis: Nope. You need urgent medical attention and most likely antibiotics.

Question 6

what over the counter medicines would relieve cellulitis or infections of the like that is not an ointment or cream?

Accepted Answer

Rx medications: Cellulitis is a medical issue and could lead to serious conditions (i.e. septic shock, necrotizing fasciitis). It is advisable to seek out a physician to help evaluate and treat you.

Question 7

went to the dr and was diagnosed with cellulitis. i was given an ointment and a antibiotic. last night started to get a fever. is that normal?

Accepted Answer

No: It may be a sign that your infection is spreading. Usually a systemic antibiotic is required for cellulitis which is not a superficial infection like an infected scratch. Go to UrgiCare or your doctor now to make sure that it is not from MRSA. Do not delay.

Question 8

is it ok to use an antibiotic ointment on cellulitis as it's healing to avoid infections when the blisters break?

Accepted Answer

: If it is healing-yes.

Question 9

cellulitis of scalp (via psoriasis) was prescribed generic bactrim and a bacitracin ointment plus tea tree oil on cuts. safe to wash hair now or wait?

Accepted Answer

Gentle wasch ok : Cellulitis  in scalp can happen if you scratched some psoriasis leasions and bacgerial infection got in. If you are on antibiotics and lesions  are healing - you can gently shower and us mild  shapmoo . Use clean towel every time to dry hair.
 continue topical treatment as well as precribed. Follow up with dermatologist regullary . Eat healhty low carb diet and probiotics.

Question 10

i went to the er two days ago and was diagnosed with cellulitus would it be best to use a heating pad or ice pack on it?

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Keflex: If you have cellulitis you should be treated with oral antibiotics.

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I have this and it's caused cellulitis on my arm all the way to my armpit, what is the best solution.

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From a dental view point, what is the best antibiotic for facial cellulitis?

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Can weeping edema blisters of the legs be treated at home? what is the best way to prevent cellulitis?

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What over the counter medicines would relieve cellulitis or infections of the like that is not an ointment or cream?

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Went to the dr and was diagnosed with cellulitis. i was given an ointment and a antibiotic. last night started to get a fever. is that normal?

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Is it ok to use an antibiotic ointment on cellulitis as it's healing to avoid infections when the blisters break?

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Cellulitis of scalp (via psoriasis) was prescribed generic bactrim and a bacitracin ointment plus tea tree oil on cuts. safe to wash hair now or wait?

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I went to the er two days ago and was diagnosed with cellulitus would it be best to use a heating pad or ice pack on it?

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