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Cellulitis

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The main symptom of cellulitis is a painful, hot, swollen area of skin. It usually looks red, but this may be less obvious on brown or black skin.

Cellulitis usually needs to be treated with antibiotics. It can be serious if it's not treated quickly.

Cellulitis usually needs to be treated with antibiotics. It can be serious if it's not treated quickly.

Things that increase your risk of cellulitis include poor circulation, inactivity and a weak immune system.

Cellulitis is an infection caused by bacteria getting into the deeper layers of your skin.

Page last reviewed: 04/03/2021
Next review due: 04/03/2024