What is cellulitis?

Answer by  patti (29325)

Cellulitis is an inflammation and infection of the deeper layers of the skin. It is caused by bacteria breaking through a break in the surface of the skin and then invading the deeper tissue.

Answer by  KiruthikhaK (67)

It is a skin disease caused by foreign bodies entering and infecting the skin. The infection mostly enters through cuts or bruises that are already present in the body. So these areas should be kept clean. Cellulitis can occur in the mouth, eye socket or in the legs. The skin can be painful, warm and red when affected with cellulitis.

Answer by  John (9008)

Cellulitis is an infection and inflamation of cells on the body, usually located on the skin or in fat cells. It is fairly common for people with poor circulation and can be quite serious.

Answer by  maricel (16)

Cellulitis is a kind of peripheral vascular disease. It commonly affects the blood vessels of your legs. If there is insufficient blood in your leg vein because of venous statis, it will result to cellulitis. You should elevate your legs above heart level to promote adequate blood circulation in legs