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What is bilateral lower limb cellulitis?
Bilateral lower limb cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection affecting both legs. It typically presents with redness, swelling, warmth, and pain in the affected areas. Prompt medical treatment with antibiotics is necessary to prevent complications such as sepsis.
What is the icd-9 code for cellulitis secondary to a leg wound?
682.6 is cellulitis of the leg.
What would cause sudden onset high fever chills shaking red patches on lower leg?
maybe cellulitis
Which is correct - bilateral leg or bilateral legs?
Bilateral legs
Why would knee and leg be swollen 4 years after surgery?
Cellulitis
What are the treatment options available for Cellulitis?
Antibiotics are effective if the cellulitis is contained to a small area. If you have cellulitis in the leg or arm, elevating the limb can also help. In severe cases, a hospital stay may be required.
What ages are most affected by cellulitis?
In case of periorbital cellulitis most affected are youngsters (cause bacteria HiB). In case of leg or arm cellulitis most affected are older patients(cause Staph or Strep bacteria). Cellulitis affects people of all ages.
Swollen leg and rash?
The swollen leg and a rash maybe a sign of cellulitis. Gram staining should be done and antibiotics will be given.
What is the medical term meaning both?
"Bilateral (two + sides) lower extremities" would best describe something that is generally happening to both legs, such as "bilateral edema of the lower extremities". Generally the term would be more specific as to the area of the leg.
Does a bilateral person kick with the opposite leg?
No they can kick with both.
What is the diagnoses for a strange liquid in throat and leg that is making them swell and blood clot after blood clot?
cellulitis
What is bilateral pars defects?
I am asking this question in reference to a lower back problem and what this is. What is bilateral pars defect?
