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What are the tests for cellulitis?
9 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
No tests: There are no tests for cellulitis. It's a clinical diagnosis, which means it's based on the symptoms and the physical examination findings.
Answered 3/21/2019
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Exam: Really physical exam is best-- occasionally doc may check labs to determine extent of infections.G white blood cell count. Depending on severity/location, possible may need imaging studies to rule out underlying abscess such as ultrasound, mri, ct.
Answered 3/21/2019
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No: Just clinical exam of swelling het and redness not associated with a vein problem. See a doctor if there is any chance that you have cellulitis.
Answered 3/28/2019
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Tests for cellulitis: Cellulitis is a condition of the skin; the tests that are run are cultures and sensitivity and blood tests for both aerobic and anerobic bacteria.
Answered 2/3/2020
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What's the cause?: 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 3/28/2019
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