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Erysipelas: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

الحُمَّرة (Erysipelas)

Quick summary

Superficial Streptococcal skin infection with sharp borders and fever. Treated with oral or IV penicillin.

Last updated: 21 July 2026
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Treatment

  • Oral penicillin V or IV penicillin G.
  • Analgesia and hydration.