Crumay Parnes Associates, Inc.

Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery
1822 Good Hope Road
Enola, PA 17025
Phone 717-763-7685 | Fax 717-975-2950  

 

erysipelas

Erysipelas is a specific type of skin infection or cellulitis that is characterized by blisters; skin that is red, swollen, warm and/or painful to the touch; or by lesions with raised borders that most frequently appear on the face or legs. It also appears as sores on the cheeks and bridge of the nose. It is usually caused by the Streptococcus bacteria and occurs in both adults and children.

Erysipelas requires medical treatment, so you should contact your dermatologist as soon as you suspect you may have this condition. Antibiotics (usually penicillin) are generally prescribed. In severe cases, the patient may need to given antibiotics intravenously.

Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery - 1822 Good Hope Road, Enola, PA 17025 - 717-763-7685