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What are the common symptoms of skin inflammations?
What are the common symptoms of skin inflammations?
Which anatomical level classification includes cellulitis?
Which anatomical level classification includes cellulitis?
Which infection is also known as deep impetigo?
Which infection is also known as deep impetigo?
What causes necrotizing fasciitis?
What causes necrotizing fasciitis?
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Which bacterial group is notably responsible for serious skin infections?
Which bacterial group is notably responsible for serious skin infections?
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Study Notes
Skin Infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections can be caused by either direct penetration of a pathogen or hematogenous spread of the pathogen from the initial site.
Characteristics of Skin Infections
- Skin infections can be classified into superficial or deep infections based on the anatomical level at which they occur.
- Initial symptoms of skin infections include:
- Redness
- Pain or tenderness
- Swelling
- Warmth
- Blisters
Important Causes of Skin Infections
- Group A Streptococci
- Staphylococci
- Anaerobic bacteria are particularly important causes of more serious forms of skin infections.
Classification of Skin Infections Caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
Impetigo and Related Infections
- Impetigo (الحصف الجلدي)
- Ecthyma (deep impetigo)
- Cellulitis (التهاب خلوي)
- Erysipelas (حمرة الجلد)
- Necrotizing fasciitis (التهاب الصفاقة)
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Learn about the causes and classification of skin and soft tissue infections, including superficial and deep infections. Understand the signs and symptoms of skin inflammations.
