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Cellulitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus

Last edited: 4/10/2026

Overview

Cellulitis is a common bacterial infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissues, characterized by localized erythema, warmth, swelling, and pain 1. It often requires antibiotic treatment, but misdiagnosis can lead to inappropriate antibiotic use and contribute to antibiotic resistance 1.

Diagnosis

  • Diagnostic criteria include localized erythema, warmth, swelling, and pain 1.
  • Dermatology consultation may aid in diagnosis and treatment modification for suspected cellulitis 1.
  • Management

  • Antibiotic treatment is the mainstay of management for cellulitis 1.
  • Diagnostic stewardship and dermatology consultation can impact treatment modification 1.
  • Key Recommendations

  • Antibiotic treatment is indicated for cellulitis 1.
  • Dermatology consultation may be beneficial for diagnosis and treatment modification in suspected cellulitis 1.
  • Diagnostic stewardship is important to avoid misdiagnosis and inappropriate antibiotic use 1.
  • References

    1 Lin V, Callado GY, Pardo I, Gutfreund M, Hsieh MK, Pereira AMR et al.. Diagnostic stewardship and dermatology consultation in cellulitis management: a systematic literature review and meta-analysis. Archives of dermatological research 2024. link

    Original source

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      Diagnostic stewardship and dermatology consultation in cellulitis management: a systematic literature review and meta-analysis.Lin V, Callado GY, Pardo I, Gutfreund M, Hsieh MK, Pereira AMR et al. Archives of dermatological research (2024)

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