Cellulitis

7. cellulitis can affect any part of the body, but it typically affects the legs, hands, and ____.
8. Doctors use _______ to kill the bacteria.
9. A history of cellulitis ________ your risk for getting it again.
11. Getting a ______ puts you at risk for getting cellulitis.
13. Risk factors for cellulitis include diabetes, ___________, impaired circulation, and neuropathy.
14. It affects about 14.5 ______ people per year.

1. As the cellulitis spreads, fever, erythema and _________ may occur.
2. Cellulitis is usually caused when ______ enter a wound or area where there’s no skin.
3. Cellulitis is an infection of the _____ or subcutaneous layer of skin.
4. _____ and step are common causes of cellulitis.
5. _________ cellulitis can lead to amputation, shock, and can even be life-threatening if it spreads to the blood.
6. If treated in a timely manner, the ________ is usually good.
10. Cellulitis is not ________.
12. It may follow damage to the area, such as bite or ______.