McCarthy, Mark2010-07-292010-07-292010-07-29https://hdl.handle.net/11299/92588The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Cellulitis is an infection of the skin and soft tissues, typically due to bacteria. It begins with red, tender, swollen area of skin. It can spread into the blood and lymph nodes and cause sepsis, a severe infection of the entire body. It is important to seek medical attention when the first signs are present. Typically, early infections can be treated with oral antibiotics. If the infection worsens, intravenous (or medicine into your bloodstream) antibiotics may be necessary and patients may have to stay in the hospital to be monitored.en-USCellulitisred skintender skinswollen skinsepsismeningitisencephalitisOther