Analysis of epidemiology, clinical features and management of erysipelas.

Background: Erysipelas is a superficial form of cellulitis affecting the upper dermis and superficial lymphatics. The widespread use of antibiotics may affect clinical findings and response to therapy of infectious disorders. The purpose of the study was to investigate the epidemiological, clinical, and laboratory features of erysipelas and to compare the results of treatment with penicillin vs.

Bullous erysipelas: clinical presentation, staphylococcal involvement and methicillin resistance.

Background: Erysipelas is a bacterial infection of the dermis and hypodermis, mostly of streptococcal origin. Bullous erysipelas represents a severe form of the disease.

Objective: To evaluate the clinical and microbiological characteristics and treatment of bullous erysipelas.