Erysipelas : causes, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention and treatments

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ERYSIPELAS

• CAUSES SYMPTOMS TREATMENT

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INTRODUCTION TO ERYSIPELAS

• Erysipelas is a bacterial skin infection that
  usually affects the top most layer of the skin.
• Erysipelas is very rare, but requires immediate
  treatment.
• Erysipelas is often associated with other skin
  infection known as cellulitis, which affects the
  lower layers of the skin.
• Erysipelas generally occurs on the face and legs.
• If Erysipelas is left untreated, it may cause
  further complications such as blood clots, heart
  valve infection, bone and joint infection and
  abscess.

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CAUSES OF ERYSIPELAS

• Possible causes of Erysipelas include
• Insect bites
• Ulcers in the skin
• Other skin conditions such as psoriasis
• Cardiac problems
• Diabetes
• Overdose of illegal drugs
• Surgical incisions
• Weakened immune system

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SIGN AND SYMPTOMS OF ERYSIPELAS

• The symptoms of Erysipelas develop quickly and
  can be painful. Consult a dermatologist if any of
  the below mentioned symptoms occur. Common
  symptoms of Erysipelas include
• Chills
• Swollen glands
• Fever Inflammation of the skin
• Blisters

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SIGN AND SYMPTOMS OF ERYSIPELAS

• Malaise
• Itchy skin
• Sores on cheeks and nose
• Pus filled lumps
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Enlarged lymphatic nodes

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DIAGNOSIS OF ERYSIPELAS

• The Erysipelas can be diagnosed by performing a
  physical examination. Tell a dermatologist about
  your medical history and symptoms. He may also
  scrape the skin to get a sample from the infected
  area. The sample taken from the affected area is
  sent for testing and further confirmation of
  diagnosis.
• DIAGNOSIS CAN BE BASED ON
• Epidemiology
• Clinical sign
• Necropsy findings
• Serology

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TREATMENT FOR ERYSIPELAS

• Treatment options for erysipelas include 
• Antibiotics such as penicillin, to slow down the
  growth of infection
• Antifungal infection if the patient has athletes
  foot
• Pain killers to get relief from pain and
  discomfort
• Keep the affected part alleviated to reduce the
  swelling
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Walk around to improve blood flow in the body
• Wash the infected area with antifungal soap

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PREVENTION FOR ERYSIPELAS

• Avoid scratching the infected area
• Keep the sores, cut, and wounds clean and covered
  
• Apply moisturizer to prevent breaking of skin
• Consult a dermatologist if erysipelas is
  resulting in eczema

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