Cellulitis of the face

Cellulitis is a disease caused due to bacterial infection. Bacteria such as streptococcus and staphylococcus are mainly responsible for this disease. It usually affects the skin and can occur in any part of the body. Cellulitis could be either superficial or could even affect the tissue lying under the skin. In a superficial cellulitis, only the surface of the skin is affected. On the other hand, cellulitis that affects the tissue can spread through your lymph and into the bloodstream.

Symptoms of cellulitis of the face

Due to cellulitis it skin swells up and turn red. When felt, it is hot and tender. Sometimes this process can be accompanied with fever and cold. The redness of the area can expand and cause pain. Small red spots may appear on the redden area. In a very rare case, small blisters may also occur and burst around the area which is affected. It is highly contagious and can spread rapidly when someone touches the affected area. Although, any part of the body can be affected by this disease, the most commonly affected area is the face and the lower legs.

Causes of cellulitis of the face

This disease is usually caused due to spider or any other insect bite. These insects transfer the bacteria into the skin after biting. An ulcer or an open wound on the face can be the target area of these bacteria. Disrupted area of the skin which may be followed after a surgery or an injury could also be a victim of this kind of disease.

Treatment of cellulitis of the face

Visiting a doctor immediately after you have detected an unusual swelling on your face is advisable. The early the disease is detected the better it is. With the help of the antibiotics prescribed by the doctor, the symptoms of this disease could be treated with success. The most common drugs prescribed, are those that work against streptococci and staphylococci. One such drug is the cephalexin. However, prevention is always better than cure.

Prevention of cellulitis of the face

Regularly lubricating your face skin with a moisturizer is advisable. One should wash their face after each outing. Applying a Band-Aid over your hurt can prevent further infection.

Recommended Reading:

1. Cellulitis and abscess - Cellulitis is a skin infection that sometimes escorts damage to the skin, poor circulation, or diabetes. Streptococcal or staphylococcal bacteria...
2. Cellulitis symptoms - The symptom information on this page attempts to provide a list of some probable signs and symptoms of Cellulitis. This...
3. Skin Cellulitis: a brief introduction - Skin Cellulitis is bacterial infection of the skin, which can potentially serious. The Cellulitis is a condition in which the...
4. Cellulitis in children - A brief idea about cellulitis Cellulitis is a bacterial infection which affects the skin and the tissues underlying it. It...
5. Antibiotics for cellulitis - Cellulitis is a spreading bacterial infection just underneath the skin surface. It is most usually caused by Streptococcus pyogenes or...