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A member asked:

I have a cellulitis on my leg and under the main patch is thick and the area became numb. reddish/brownish and more raised. this isn't gangrene right?

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Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Cellulitis: Hi, R u on ANtibiotics? Are you getting any better? Any fever? Any oozing of discharge from the site? I believe you should see your provide ASAP.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/16/2014

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