10 Cellulitis Symptoms
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Pain
Not only can cellulitis be tender and inflamed, but it can also be painful, especially in more severe cases. The infection leads to swelling, which causes pain as it forces the skin to stretch.
If the pain seems severe in comparison to the size of the inflamed area, it could indicate that the infection has embedded itself deeper into the skin. This might be a sign of a more serious infection, a life-threatening condition known as necrotizing fasciitis.
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