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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.
Answered 2/1/2014
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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 including sunburn (radiation), trauma (sprained ankle) or poor vein circulation (stasis dermatitis). It need not be caused by bacteria. If you have repeated episodes of this, get to a wound care or vascular specialist, the diagnoses you have is wrong.
Answered 2/2/2014
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