emDOCs Podcast – Episode 59: Cellulitis
The emDOCs podcast covers cellulitis to start off this month!
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EM@3AM: Abscess
A 42-year-old male presents with right buttock pain that started 3 days ago and has progressively worsened. He reports feeling warm but denies any other symptoms. He noticed that the back of his underwear was wet this morning but wasn’t sure why. His right buttock has a 5cm area of erythema with induration and fluctuance. What is the most likely diagnosis?
EM@3AM: Cellulitis
A 56-year-old male with a history of type 2 diabetes presents to the ED with a rash on his right shin that started two days ago and has progressively worsened. He has associated mild pain but has not taken any analgesics.
Vital signs include HR 90 bpm, BP 148/100, RR 16, T 100.2F, and SPO2 96%. Examination is significant for an obese disheveled male in no acute distress. His right shin has a large area of erythema with indistinct margins and increased warmth, as well as associated mild tenderness to palpation. What is the most likely diagnosis?
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Cellulitis Disposition: Discharge versus Admission
Which patient with cellulitis can be discharged, and who should be admitted?
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Ultrasound G.E.L. – Ultrasound in Skin and Soft Tissue Infection
Point-of-care Ultrasound for Diagnosis of Abscess in Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
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EM Cases: Skin and Soft Tissue Infections – Myths and Misperceptions
Why do EM physicians spend so little time talking about the things we see the most often? You may not be as energized for cellulitis as you are for an ED thoracotomy, but skin and soft tissue infections are encountered on nearly every shift – and you can do a lot more good for a lot more patients by recognizing and treating these common infections the right way.
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Cellulitis Mimics – ED Considerations
Emergency physicians are well versed in the management of cellulitis. However, the diagnosis isn’t always straightforward, as close to 30% of patients may be misdiagnosed. What are other conditions that mimic cellulitis?
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Must Know Antimicrobial Regimens – Adults
There are certain diseases we see every day in the ED, including pneumonia, UTI, and cellulitis. A variety of antimicrobials exists, but what are the regimens that you must know for treating common infections in the ED? This post evaluates your “must know” regimens for treatment.
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Cellulitis Antibiotic Selection: Management Updates
Cellulitis is common, but treating with the appropriate antibiotic can be tricky. This post details management tips and tricks in choosing the right antibiotic for the job.
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