What Is Leg Cellulitis?
Leg cellulitis is a painful skin rash on the lower or upper legs that usually results from a bacterial infection. Strains of staphylococci, streptococci, and other common bacteria can enter the skin through a break, cut, or insect bite. Redness and tenderness tend to develop quickly, and symptoms of fever and chills can come about if infection is not treated right away. Prescription oral antibiotics and topical creams are usually sufficient to clear up leg cellulitis, but a serious infection may require hospitalization and more aggressive treatment.
