What Causes Painful Swelling In Leg While Treating Cellulitis?

Posted on Fri, 16 Oct 2015

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Question : I have cellulitis infection for 1 week. I was in hospital with IV antibiotics and now I am at home with antibiotic pills. My lag is still painfull and become dark (almost black) from red

Answered by Dr. Sheetal Verma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Evaluation needed.

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for your query at HCM
I understand your concern and situation.

I would advise you to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. You must keep your leg raised using pillows or a chair. Maintain hand hygiene by washing with chlorhexidine washing. Take the medicine regularly. You can take pain killers to relieve pain. If you see necrosis and change in skin color then I would suggest you to get it evaluated by the surgeon.

Take care
Dr Sheetal Verma

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