Cellulitis medical therapy
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
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Overview
Antibiotics - typically a combination of intravenous and oral antibiotics are administered. Bed rest and elevation of affected limbs is also recommended. For abscess which are small and unaffecting the surrounding tissue can be treated with simple incision and drainage. Drink plenty of fluids as well - at least 8 glasses of water a day.