Research Article: The Impact of Monthly Prophylactic Antibiotics Use in Patients with Recurrent Cellulitis: A -Year Population-Based Cohort Study in a Medical Center
Introduction:
The pathophysiology of recurrent cellulitis is characterized by skin defects, lymphatic dysfunction, and repeated bacterial invasions, ultimately resulting in a high risk of relapse and frequent hospitalization. Over time, traditional emphasis on distinctions between cellulitis and erysipelas, including differences in bacterial pathogens, affected range of skin layer, or treatment options, has become obsolete due to the large overlap of clinical entities. Vicious cycles occur after each recurrent episode due to…
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