Via practica 11/2006

ERYSIPELAS – DIAGNOSTICS AND MANAGMENT

Erysipelas is an acute bacterial infection of the dermis and hypodermis that is associated with clinical findings of inflammation. In the last decades the incidence of illness increases. Infection occurs not only in elderly or immuno-compromised host but constantly more and more in adolescents and children. Usually, erysipelas is diagnosed on the basis of its clinical manifestations. Results of treatment and occurrence of later complications depend on early diagnosis and appropriate therapy. Penicillin is the drug of choice for the treatment of uncomplicated rose. Long-lasting prophylaxis and preventive measures in gate of infections significantly decrease the occurrence of recurrences.

Keywords: erysipelas, rose, antibiotic therapy, prophylaxis.