Which is better for erysipelas, cephalosporin or penicillin?

Written by Zhu Zhu
Dermatology
Updated on December 22, 2024
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Erysipelas is a relatively common inflammatory skin disease. After contracting erysipelas, penicillin is primarily used for treatment, with cephalosporins as a secondary option. Especially in severe cases, it is crucial to promptly visit the dermatology department of a hospital. Patients may receive intravenous anti-inflammatory medications. Dietarily, it is important to avoid overly stimulating and spicy foods, as well as foods that may cause inflammation. Rest is also important.

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What is the incubation period for erysipelas?

Erysipelas has an incubation period, which is three to five days for most people, though it can be just a few hours for a few individuals. Usually, during the incubation period, which is before the onset of the disease, patients often experience some general symptoms such as fever and headaches. Therefore, if symptoms of the incubation period appear, it is important for the patient and their family to take them seriously, actively provide some treatment and management, and during the treatment period, it is necessary to rest, avoid overexertion, and prevent skin abrasions or injuries.

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Erysipelas is caused by what?

Erysipelas is an acute infectious skin disease caused by Group B beta-hemolytic streptococcus. The bacteria often invade the body through minor skin injuries, causing localized skin redness, swelling, and pain. Some patients also experience systemic symptoms such as fever and headache. Erysipelas commonly occurs on the face and lower legs. Erysipelas on the face is mostly caused by bacterial invasion due to bad habits such as otitis media, dental caries, and nose picking, while erysipelas on the lower legs is often caused by secondary infection from athlete's foot. People with low immune resistance are more prone to erysipelas, so it is crucial to use sensitive antibiotics in adequate amounts early in the treatment.

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The difference between erysipelas and lymphangitis

Erysipelas and lymphangitis are two different diseases with significant differences. First, erysipelas is a skin disease caused by an infection of streptococcus bacteria. On the other hand, lymphangitis is usually caused by various parasites or microbes, including streptococcus or staphylococcus, and not just streptococcus as in the case of erysipelas. Secondly, the symptoms of erysipelas typically include general body symptoms, accompanied by skin redness and pain. In the case of lymphangitis, there is usually a red streak near a wound, and the color disappears when pressed. Therefore, both the causes and symptoms of erysipelas and lymphangitis are different.

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What vegetables are good to eat for erysipelas?

What to eat after erysipelas depends on the nature of the disease itself. Erysipelas is a skin disease caused by bacterial infection. Therefore, it is beneficial to eat more foods that clear heat and detoxify after contracting erysipelas, such as winter melon, pumpkin, bitter melon, leafy greens, and mung beans. Additionally, it is also good to consume more vegetables and fruits, such as watermelon and bananas, which are rich in vitamins.

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What Chinese medicine is used for erysipelas?

Erysipelas is mostly caused by bacterial infection of the lymphatic vessels. In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine, treatment can involve the use of herbs that disperse wind, clear heat, and detoxify; herbs that clear heat, promote diuresis, and detoxify; and herbs that cool the blood, detoxify, clear the heart, and open the orifices. During the treatment of erysipelas, in addition to Chinese medicine, it is suggested to combine some Western medical treatments, which can lead to faster improvement. (Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a physician.)