What Is Erysipelas?
7. Prevention
Because the bacteria responsible for erysipelas is so common, it means it is all but impossible to prevent it from happening. However, taking some simple precautions will help to keep you safe from the infection. One of these is to make sure that any wounds you might have are kept as clean as possible all the time.
Some diseases can cause the skin to become very itchy and it can be extremely difficult to resist scratching it. Excessive Scratching can break the skin, and this can leave the patient prone to erysipelas. If you have dry skin that cracks, try using moisturizers to help prevent the cracking. Also make sure to keep on top of treatment for any other skin conditions that you might have.
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