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What is treatment for facial cellulitis i?
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Antibiotics : Cellulitis is an infection that has gotten into the skin. You typically need antibiotics to treat this.
Answered 8/17/2018
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Cellulitis: Facial cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that occurs on the face. The infection is characterized by swelling, redness, warmth, and pain. Risk factors for the condition include problems in the lymphatic system, upper respiratory infections, and infections of the teeth or middle ear. Treatment is with oral antibiotics.
Answered 6/15/2018
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