Cellulitis (cont.)

When to Seek Medical Care

Call your doctor if you have any of the following signs or symptoms of cellulitis:

• Fevers or chills
  
  
• Redness on the skin
  
  
• Red streaks from skin
  
  
• Increased warmth in the affected area
  
  
• Swelling
  
  
• Tenderness
  
  
• Drainage from the skin

Go to the hospital's emergency department if you have any signs or symptoms of cellulitis, especially the following:

• High fevers or chills
  
  
• Nausea and vomiting
  
  
• Obvious enlargement or hardening of the reddened area
  
  
• Increasing pain
  
  
• Numbness of the reddened or tender area when lightly touched
  
  
• Other medical problems that may be affected by even a minor infection
  
  

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