Thursday, 5 November 2015

True about cellulitis of lower limb | PGI MCQs for MD MS Preparations

True about cellulitis of lower limb
A. Infection of skin & subcutaneous tissue 
B. Fever & malaise are common 
C. Margins are distinct 
D. External wound always present 
E. Involved site is red & hot


Ans. A. Infection of skin & subcutaneous tissue ; (B) Fever & malaise are common (C) Margins are distinct ; (E) Involved site is red & hot :
• Cellulitis is an acute inflammatory condition of skin and subcutaneous tissue characterised by localized pain, erythema, swelling and heat.
• Systemic signs are common with chills, fever and rigors along with signs of inflammation
• External wound is not always present.
* It is non-suppurative.