Infections of Skin · NEET PG Preparation Dermatology
A 35-year-old immunocompetent male presents with a well-demarcated, bright red, tender plaque on his right cheek with a distinct raised border, accom…
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A 35-year-old immunocompetent male presents with a well-demarcated, bright red, tender plaque on his right cheek with a distinct raised border, accompanied by fever and chills. Which of the following is the most common causative organism?
- A.Staphylococcus aureus
- B.Streptococcus pyogenesCorrect answer
- C.Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- D.Propionibacterium acnes
Solution
The clinical presentation is classic for erysipelas, a superficial form of cellulitis involving the dermal lymphatics. Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A Streptococcus) is the most common causative agent for erysipelas.
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