Cellulitis and erysipelas
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Publication date Jan 21, 2008
Cellulitis and erysipelas are infections that make a patch of your skin inflamed, red and sore. You may also feel generally ill and have a temperature. Cellulitis and erysipelas can occasionally be serious, but they're usually easy to treat with antibiotics.
We've brought together the best research about cellulitis and erysipelas and weighed up the evidence about how to treat them. You can use our information to talk to your doctor and decide which treatments are best for you.
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This information does not replace medical advice. If you are concerned you might have a medical problem please ask your Boots pharmacy team in your local Boots store, or see your doctor.
