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A member asked:
Can coliform bacteria cause cellulitis? i live in a mobile home park and several of our seniors now have cellulitis. could this be the cause?
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Unlikely: Cellulitis of skin and skin structures is usually due to staphylococcus and streptococcus. Coliforms can potentially infect the skin but this is not likely.
Answered 2/2/2015
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What's the cause?: Cellulitis is an inflammation (red, hot swollen and tender) of the skin and soft tissues. It can be caused by many things such as bacteria, sunburn, vein disease and trauma all of which have different treatments. Depending on where it occurs and what is the cause, the treatment changes. Depending on where it develops and what is associated, (open wounds ?) contact may or may not be the problem.
Answered 2/2/2015
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Generally no: Cellulitis is generally caused by other types of bacteria.
Answered 2/2/2015
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