Erysipelas is a bacterial skin infection that, while usually treatable, requires prompt medical attention to prevent serious complications. This condition is characterized by the sudden appearance of a bright red, hot, and painful plaque with clearly defined borders, which distinguishes it from other conditions such as cellulitis.
Commonly caused by group A streptococcus, this disease not only affects the skin’s surface but also compromises the lymphatic vessels, frequently appearing on the lower extremities and face.
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