Department of Medicine by the Institute of Dermatology Knowledge of common bacterial skin infections according to depth and location of inflammation and explain why And maintenance, prevention, always observe your own skin. If there are abnormal symptoms It is advisable to consult a medical professional for the correct diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Manas Phothaphon, Deputy Director-General of the Medical Department, revealed that the human skin is the first line of defense against various pathogens when there is a factor that weakens our skin or the balance of endemic bacteria ( normal skin microbiota) is broken, allowing germs to pass through the skin. and cause skin infections Bacterial infections of the skin It is a common skin disease. Maintain hygiene keep the body clean Avoid walking barefoot without shoes. including cutting nails short Always check your feet and your skin. If there is a wound, wash the wound with clean water and treat the wound properly. If there are other skin rashes, you should see a doctor for treatment as these lesions may allow bacteria to infect the skin.
Ms. Mingkwan Wichaidit, director of the Institute of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, added that bacterial skin infections are a common skin disease. which will be divided into 5 major disease groups sorted by depth and the location of the inflammation as follows:
1.Impetigo (Impetigo) It is a bacterial infection in the epidermis. which is the superficial layer of the skin This disease is more common in children. This may be the type where the blister is found or not found. early symptoms It will come with a red blister on the face, after which it will turn into a clear blister or pustule. In the next stage, the blister will burst. and found as a shallow abrasion with yellow-brown pus scabs similar to the color “honey” covering the top In some cases, there may be a fever or enlarged lymph nodes.
2. folliculitis (Folliculitis), Abscess (Furuncle/abscess)and Shower abscess (Carbuncle) It starts as an inflammation of the hair follicles. It looks like a red blister. or pustules at the location of the hair follicles Common locations such as face (beard row), head, chest, back, armpits, and buttocks, etc. If the inflammation is severe and spread to nearby tissues May be found as a hard kidney with pus accumulated inside called abscess (Furuncle/abscess) and if many abscesses are found which are grouped together by connecting channels We will call this lesion a shower abscess (Carbuncle), which when the disease in this group. Often present with fever, fatigue, or enlarged lymph nodes. It can be a cause of infection in the bloodstream. Diseases in this group healed slowly. and often leave scars
3.Erysipelas (erysipelas) It is an inflammation of the upper part of the dermis. The symptoms appear 2 to 5 days after being infected, starting with fever, chills, and fatigue within a few hours to the next day. There will be a red blotchy rash, swelling, tenderness that looks like a clear boundary. and the spread of the rash quickly The most common location is the legs, followed by the face. It is often found with enlarged nearby lymph nodes.
4. Cellulitis It is an inflammation of the lower part of the dermis to the subcutaneous fat layer. Patients will present with fever, chills, and weakness, along with a rash characterized by swelling, redness, heat, unclear scope and pain. The rash can spread to a larger extent, but not as quickly as with erysipelas. Possible complications include bloodstream infections. inflamed lymph nodes and pyelonephritis, etc. In cases where the inflammation is repeated several times May affect the circulation of the lymphatic system, causing patients with chronic leg swelling.
5.flesh-eating bacteria or necrotizing fasciitis It is the most severe disease among bacterial skin infections. have a mortality rate Between 20 – 60 percent is a severe inflammation in the subcutaneous fat layer. and the fascia that covers the muscles Until the necrosis is followed, it is an urgent condition that requires urgent medical attention and prompt treatment.
Code of Conduct
1. The main treatment is antibiotics based on the bacteria causing the disease. In mild cases, oral antibiotics may be used. but if the symptoms are severe or with systemic symptoms, may require antibiotics in injectable form which patients need to see a doctor for correct diagnosis and treatment Do not buy oral medication by yourself.
2. Clean the skin and wound area thoroughly with soap and disinfectant.
3. Avoid scratching. Because it will cause wounds on the skin and may cause germs to spread even more. Compressing the wound with saline to absorb the lymph
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