Date of Presentation

5-2-2024 12:00 AM

College

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine

Poster Abstract

Here we present a case of erysipelas. Erysipelas is a common and potentially dangerous infection. It involves the dermal layer of the skin but may also extend to the superficial cutaneous lymphatics. It is characterized by a relatively fast onset and a well-defined border. The most common sites are lower extremities with face being second. Much feared and often fatal in the pre-antibiotic era, it responds well to antibiotics today and most people have a full recovery without complications.

Keywords

Erysipelas, Streptococcal Infections, Face, Skin Diseases

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

Document Type

Poster

DOI

10.31986/issn.2689-0690_rdw.stratford_research_day.67_2024

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May 2nd, 12:00 AM

Case Report: Erysipelas Diagnosed in the Emergency Department

Here we present a case of erysipelas. Erysipelas is a common and potentially dangerous infection. It involves the dermal layer of the skin but may also extend to the superficial cutaneous lymphatics. It is characterized by a relatively fast onset and a well-defined border. The most common sites are lower extremities with face being second. Much feared and often fatal in the pre-antibiotic era, it responds well to antibiotics today and most people have a full recovery without complications.

 

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