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Most cases of erysipelas are due to ''[[Streptococcus pyogenes]]'' (also known as [[group A streptococci]]), although non-group A streptococci can also be the causative agent. Historically, the face was most affected; today the legs are affected most often. <ref>See eMedicine link</ref> | Most cases of erysipelas are due to ''[[Streptococcus pyogenes]]'' (also known as [[group A streptococci]]), although non-group A streptococci can also be the causative agent. Historically, the face was most affected; today the legs are affected most often. <ref>See eMedicine link</ref> | ||
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Overview
Most cases of erysipelas are due to Streptococcus pyogenes (also known as group A streptococci), although non-group A streptococci can also be the causative agent. Historically, the face was most affected; today the legs are affected most often. [1]
Erysipelas infections can enter the skin through minor trauma, eczema, surgical incisions and ulcers, and often originate from strep bacteria in the subject's own nasal passages.
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- ↑ See eMedicine link