What is phlegmon?

and Plegmon is an area of ​​inflammation in the body that emits pus and other fluids. This usually develops as a result of infection and can create serious medical complications. Inflammation can spread to neighboring organs and, for example, lead to a systemic compromise, or the patient's tissue could be so inflamed that it is beginning to become necrotic. Tissue necrosis where soft tissue dies can potentially lead to the need for amputation or other invasive therapeutic measures. This causes inflammation when the body tries to fight against them and can lead to the production of pus and other exudate. Plegmon can feel hot and soft to the touch and the superficial skin often has a reddish, irritated look. Patients may also notice swelling and strong odor along with irritation. They may develop connections with chronic disease or may occur independently. Bacteria are usually the cause and the patient may develop an abscess or collection of pus trapped inside the body. Treatment of the first line of the plegmon includes drugs to reduce inflammation and treat infekce. The patient may also need compression or procedures to remove the exudate if it does not free it freely.

If phlegmon is not solved, it can expand and cause systemic infection. Plegmon inflammation just below the skin surface may turn into cellulite. Dissrage inflammation can also be accompanied by an immune compromise. Patients may develop a high fever, nausea and fatigue when the inflammation extends and their bodies are less able to prevent infection. This may allow inflammation to spread even faster and may expose the patient the risk of secondary infections.

Medical treatment is suitable if the inflammation does not resolve after the adoption of measures of common sense, such as relaxation, icing of the place and the use of drugs that are known to reduce inflammation. If inflammation is accompanied by pus, changed levels of consciousness or rapidly spreads the symptoms of infection, it is a reason for concern and the patient must see a doctor. Doctorř can perform a physical examination and use a medical imaging study to learn more about what is happening inside the body. It is important to note that Plegmon may be internal, and therefore external symptoms such as external symptoms may not be present.