Erysipelas

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Other Names : ignis sacer, holy fire, St. Anthony's fire
Erysipelas is an acute infection typically with a skin rash, usually on any of the legs and toes, face, arms, and fingers. It is an infection of the upper dermis and superficial lymphatics, usually caused by beta-hemolytic group A Streptococcus bacteria on scratches or otherwise infected areas. Erysipelas is more superficial than cellulitis, and is typically more raised and demarcated.

Causes

The common bacterium which causes erysipelas is streptococci. They generally live on the skin without causing any harm; but when they enter the skin through any injury, cut, scratch or sore, they cause infection. Other medical conditions which cause any breakage of the skin, such as eczema or athlete's foot, can also lead to erysipelas. Conditions which prevent any fluid or blood draining from a region also increase the risk of erysipelas. Face is affected when the bacteria from the nasal passages after an ENT infection spread to the face.

Conditions Which Can Lead To Erysipelas Are:

  • Ulcers and cuts in the skin.
  • Insect bites.
  • Surgical incisions.
  • Skin conditions like athlete's foot, eczema and psoriasis.
  • Obesity.
  • Uncontrolled diabetes.
  • Use of I.V. illegal drugs.
  • Previous history of erysipelas.

Risk Factors for Erysipelas

  • Taking immunosuppressants.
  • Having a previous history of erysipelas.
  • Individuals aged above 60.
  • Weak immune system.
  • Very young and very old individuals.

Natural remedies

  • Antibiotics or Antibiotics Food alternatives.
  • Creolin fusion : creolin is a highly disinfectant and antiseptic product : *In a plastic container , aluminum or glass pour 5 liters of water to the climate. Pour in the water more or about 20 cubic centimeters of creolin and stir. Prepare a swab (large cotton swab ) to clean the wound and apply creolin. Use surgical gloves to avoid contamination. Pouring creolin water with a cup or hand over the infected area several times and go past the swab to clean the affected part. Do this daily as needed until the erysipelas disappears.
  • Mesua Ferrea : Dried flowers are again used in treating bleeding hemorrhoids and dysentery with mucus, applied externally for itchiness, taken internally for nausea, erysipelas, bleeding piles, metrorrhagea, menorrhagea, excessive thirst and sweating.
  • Bothrops Lanceolatus for Swollen, livid, cold with hæmorrhagic infiltration. Gangrene. Lymphatics swollen. Anthrax. Malignant erysipelas.
  • Conservative measures, such as keeping the affected body part elevated than the rest of the body will help in reduction of the swelling.
  • Patient should get up and walk around periodically to keep the blood circulation going.
  • It is important to keep the fluid intake adequate.
  • Sprinkle cassava starch on the body.
  • Make a tea with elderflower infusion in water, and apply warm compresses to the affected area with erysipelas.
  • Apply to affected skin with erysipelas, continuous boric compresses made with borated water, water black nightshade plant and parsley ; stir with frequency.
  • Healing saint : St. Anthony the Abbot

Warnings

If erysipelas condition is ignored and treatment is not sought, then it can result in complications like abscess, blood clots, blood poisoning, gangrene, infection of the heart valves, bone and joint infection. If the erysipelas affects the region near the eyes, then the infection can spread to the brain. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.