Has anyone on here ever had cellulitis and then when it started clearing up your skin peeled? I have lymphodema in my legs and got cellulitis a few months ago. It spread over both legs, my upper arms and one inner thigh. When I got through with my antibiotics my skin started peeling badly. That took a few weeks to stop.
Now I am getting cellulitis again and guess I am going to have to get back on antibiotics. Has anyone else ever been throughy this and know what I can do to stop the cellulitis and the peeling? Thanks for any help you can give me.
By christi from Paducah, KY
I had Cellulitis is Febuary and a sweet nurse told me to try Corn Huskers Lotion on my leg. I did and it helped so much. You might try it and see if it works for you too. I got the lotion at Wal-Marts but I am sure you can find it at other stores too. I tried so many things but this is what worked the best. It has made my hands smooth too. Good luck!
Thanks so much butterflytouch, I will get some tomorrow.
You are very much welcome! Please let me know how it works for you!
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PS: Store lotions etc. are loaded w/chemicals & may not have a good effect for you vs another, plus it's simply just bad for your blood. What goes on the skin goes directly into your bloodstream, think about that. Avoid antibiotics, this is your bodies job.
Just happened to have my last series of antibiodics yesterday for cellulitis in my foot and ankle caused by four spider bites and happened because my immune system has been compromised since recent diagnosis of Acute Bronchitis and borderline stage 2/3 Emphysema :-( I didn't get the peeling skin like you did but it sure has itched :-(
From what I found out, cellulitis is a staph infection and once you get it, you are susceptible to get it for the rest of your life. It remains in and compromises your immune system.
The best way to help make sure it does not recur is to be clean, clean, clean! Wash your hands often, use sanitary wipes on any public door knob, grocery cart, etc. If you get a bug bite or even a scatch, wash, sanitize and apply antibiodic oinment immediately!
At the first sign of possible recurrance of cellulits don't walk but run to your doctor or nearest emergency room. Cellulitis/staph is life threatening!
I was going to say it sounds like an immune system problem, and repeated antibiotics just help underlying issues to keep attacking. You might try white vinegar spread & rubbed into the infected area. Candida often surrounds staff infections, causing them to be hard to control. Killing the candida with vinegar on the skin & acidifying your stomach will help.
Thanks for everyones advice and I will be following up on this. I really dont want to be on antibiotics for the rest of my life.
Have had cellulitis numerous times on my leg and ankle, caused by bacteria entering via break in skin from psorriasis. 7-10 days in hospital on iv antibiotics several times. Dermatologist had hospital get me Lubriderm cream and applied it twice a day.
I guess that's what happened! Thanks
I was hospitalized for cellulitis, on IV drugs and treated for hyperglycemia. Don't know if it's related to the diabetes. I've been on Keflex but dr had me stop unless it gets hot or redder and doesn't improve lower legwas really swollen. Now it's a matter of wear I g compression stockings daily, and elevating my leg st bedtime- easier said than done.
Skin felt hard along calf. Now it's pealing. What are you using on the leg or wherever ?
I have repeated attacks of cellulitis...I had a total knee replacement 4 yrs ago...and about 1 yr afterwards,I got my first bout of cellulitis...I usually get it every 3 or 4 months...Ive been hospitalized on one occasion...I take anti biotics as soon as it comes on...Im usually really poorly the first couple of days...(i get a fever and feel hot and cold. ) simalar to flu symtons. My leg then gets very RED,PAINFUL..and im usually on my anti biotics for a week...after a couple of weeks my skin peels . It usually takes a couple of weeks to go. At the beginning of a cellulitis bout...i have oain in my groin...seems like in my lymph glands.
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I have had problems with staph infections and cellulitis for over a year. I have an appointment with a skin infectious doctor in two weeks. I have tried everything else and I hope to get some answers from this doctor. I was wondering if anyone else has had the same type of problem and what their solution was.
By Paula M
I had read somewhere, awhile back, that certain bacteria, including MRSA, if memory serves, are sensitive to plain ole garlic! Well, I'd take garlic supplements if I were in your situation, and consider topical application (but not without frequent changing alternating with open air). Maybe you are talking about boils. Vitamin C is wonderful, too! Vitamin D and sunshine on your skin. It will make you feel really great if you can gain control over this. Another general health thing is fish oil (or krill or seaweed) for your Omega 3s.
Very important: Bacteria thrive on sugar! So, for the time being, eliminate fructose, all artificial sweeteners, sweet fruits and fruits and vegetables that ferment, such as beans, watermelon, and others (green beans are okay - there is a list of fermenting foods called the FODMAP foods). And I might add try Citrucel to keep foods in your bowel moving so that you don't accumulate sugars. Additionally, approach this by boosting your immune system. Get beta carotene in your system and research other immune boosters (Vitamin C, again!). Best of success to you! Hope you feel better soon.
Since you mention you are prone/susceptible to staph then you need to know that you must be extra careful about cleanliness. It also means the people who are around you need to be thoughtful about cleanliness when around you too. About one quarter to one third of the population are carriers of staph and even though it doesn't affect them adversely at all they spread it unintentionally to others.
Your immune system must be in a weakened/compromised state because of illness and/or advanced age. I say that because my immune system has become badly compromised from emphysema, am 57 years old and am susceptible to staph/cellulitis now. The first time I got cellulitis about three years ago it had spread from my foot up to my knee in less than two days. It was caused from a spider bite. Now I know immediately what to do to try to prevent it and even though I still get it once in awhile no matter how careful I am I know to call the doctor for help right away.
Staph bacteria are very hardy and can remain indefinitely on items and that includes even inanimate fabric items like towels and items such as door knobs, shopping cart handles, items on stores shelves; basically anything. The bacteria enters the body through openings in the skin such as a cut, open sore, broken skin from dryness or bug bite or through the nose, eyes, ears and (sorry to be graphic) but even the vagina, penis opening and anus and then works itself/spreads through the blood stream. Staph can cause very serious illness and even death.
Now the weird thing about being staph susceptible is that it can often become worse from using too many antibacterial cleansers and/or antibiotic medications. What happens is the body is basically overdosed and becomes resistant to those very items meant to be helpful. With that said, try to not overuse antibacterial hand washing gels, antibacterial soaps (including antibacterial dish soap) and just use regular soap as often as needed. Use things like the wipes stores supply to clean the cart handle before shopping and wipe your hands with them again after loading the car and putting the cart back.
When you get home from any public place wash your hands and while out in public places resist touching your eyes, ears, nose, etc. When using a public bathroom wash your hands before going potty and use the paper towel to open the stall door. After going wash your hands and use another paper towel to open the door to exit the bathroom.
You and your loved ones need to keep their hands washed (with soap) and that includes not only after going to the bathroom but also after doing something as simple as blowing your nose or sneezing into your hand. I mention 'with soap' because you would be shocked at how many people don't use soap and think simple water (and then wiping dry on a community towel) is enough. It's not.
One more thing, if you get a cut, open sore or bite immediately wash the area well, place some antibiotic ointment (like Neosporin) on it and cover with a bandage. Keep it clean and ointment and bandage on it until it has healed. If "any" redness and/or swelling begins to spread immediately call your doctor or go to the ER because that means it has turned into cellulitis.
I mean no disrespect to the person who posted about using garlic and various other items to prevent staph. Some of those are wives tales and could do more harm than good. Skin staph is about bacteria and cleanliness. However, when your immune system is compromised eating healthy and exercising if possible does help boost your immune system. When you see the doctor have a blood test ordered to see what vitamins your system might be lacking and the doctor will then tell you which supplements and how much you need to take. Even vitamins and other various supplements should not be self subscribed and especially when your system is already compromised.
My mom had cellulitus real bad in her lower legs. I was told it came from poor circulation because she didn't want to keep walking and keep her blood circulating real good. The doctors put her on an antibotic and it cleared it up for a while but came back because we couldn't get her to walk. She needed to walk a mile a day and she didn't. That is all I know about the subject and I hope this helps you.
Manuka honey has been proven to be successful with staph and even MARSA. The advice you have gotten so far looks good.
I had cellulitus and had to be hospitalized for it. I was put on very strong intravenous antibiotics for 3 days. It took care of it.
Can you tell me the name of the antibiotic they put your Mom on for her legs to clear up
I've got cellulitis under both my breasts. My doctor has given me antibiotics to take. The wounds are still infected, but the outer area where the rash is, is becoming flaky.
Does that mean it is starting to heal? I've got to go back in 2 weeks to see my doctor and I've got to go to the treatment room tomorrow to get the wounds dressed again.I would look it up on www.webmd.com for sure. We might give you advice but they can give you facts. Good luck!
Try anti monkey butt powder. Not a joke. It has all natural ingredients and will give you relief and healing fast. Good luck to you. (We use it in Assisted Living facilities to help obese people with the same problem you have.)
Your condition may actually be "intertrigo" an under breast rash that is a result of skin on skin irritation and resulting yeast infection. The site below will help in understanding the condition and help in treating the current condition and avoiding future problems:
Does anyone know of a cure for cellulitis? I have been diagnosed with it, and told I would have it for the rest of my life. I have had it for three years now.
By Dan Lawrence
I know of no "cure" for cellulitis. I have had several bouts with it and the last one put me in the hospital for 4 days this past January. It doesn't take much for bacteria to get into the tiniest scratch. The only thing they can do for you is give antibiotics. Previously, I was on oral antibiotics, but this time I needed antibiotics by IV and could only take them every 36 hours because they were so strong they could have caused kidney damage. Then I was released with strong oral antibiotics and was on them for about a month.
One suggestion the doctor has was to use alcohol free body lotion to keep the skin supple and not allow cracking for the bacteria to get in. I now use it daily and it does seem to help. As the doctor explained it, it was like an inside out sunburn. The pain felt like someone hitting you on the worst sunburn you ever had and then the skin peeled like a sunburn once it started to heal. Keep the legs elevated was also advised to reduce swelling. I still have the red coloration on part of the leg and seems it will always be there.
Sorry, I, too wish there was a way to avoid it, but it seems it hits me every few years, this time was the worst.
I have never heard of this condition, but, I found a site with comments from people who do have it. The first commenter sounded positive about a new antibiotic, Cubicin. Hope this helps.
www.medicinenet.com/
I have a problem with recurring staph infections from cellulitis. Does anyone have a solution using a strong poultice?
By Dan L.
Hello ! As a person who suffers from quite a few abcesses and infections, I ran across this poultice, and it's a life saver ! I apply as soon as I notice any swelling or redness. Within 2 - 3 days, it's almost as if it had never happened. Sometimes it brings it to a head, but most of the time it just disappears as if it never existed ! Apply it daily for as long as needed (2-3 days for me )
Basic Formula -
Bread (any kind, rolls, buns, sliced, stale or fresh)
Milk
Add enough milk to the bread to make a mush. Heat until hot and apply to skin as soon as it's cool enough to stand it. Cover with a bandage and wrap. Leave on for 24 hours. Change daily.
Extra help - through experimenting, I have found a few things that help speed the process but aren't mandatory. Add one or all of these to the basic poultice-
A few drops of tea tree oil (anti bacterial, anti viral, anti fungal)
A spoonful of honey ( anti bacterial)
A spoonful of activated charcoal (help draw out the yuckyness)
A spoonful of bentonite clay (same as charcoal)
Hope this helps !
