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Cellulitis

MESHD002481

An acute, diffuse, and suppurative inflammation of loose connective tissue, particularly the deep subcutaneous tissues, and sometimes muscle, which is most commonly seen as a result of infection of a wound, ulcer, or other skin lesions.

Synonyms

  • Phlegmon

Source last updated 2026-05-24T15:28:01.396Z