Question 165 · LEK · Erysipelas
Indicate the false statement concerning erysipelas:
- A. is a superficial infection of the skin and connective tissue caused by streptococci.
- B. is characterized by a lack of a distinct skin injury - the infection may enter the skin even through a minor scratch.
- C. it may be complicated by the involvement of deeper tissues (a phlegmon, necrosis of the skin and subcutaneous tissue) and sepsis.
- D. recurrent erysipelas of lower limbs may lead to skin hardening and permanent edema of the limb.
- E. there are no general symptoms of the infection.
Hint
Recall how abruptly erysipelas begins and what systemic reaction usually accompanies it.
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