How to distinguish erysipelas from cellulitis
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2025-05-16 19:56:39
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Erysipelas are commonly distinguished from cellulitis by the pathogen. Erysipelas is caused by hemolytic streptococci infection, whereas cellulitis is caused by staphylococci aureus infection. Erysipelas generally infects the extremities, whereas cellulitis infects the entire lower dermis.
