Soft tissue infections are caused by microorganisms entering tissues like muscles, blood vessels, and ligaments. Common bacteria causing these infections are strep and staphylococcus, leading to impetigo and cellulitis. Necrotizing soft tissue infections are severe and caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Viruses can also cause soft tissue infections, resulting in blisters. Treatment involves antibiotics, pain relievers, and good hygiene. Dermatologists specialize in treating skin infections.
Soft tissues are tissues that support or surround organs and other structures within the body. These include fats, muscles, blood vessels and ligaments, among many others. A soft tissue infection is a condition caused by the entry of microorganisms into soft tissue. Examples of infecting microorganisms are bacteria and viruses. These infections usually occur in the soft tissue of the skin.
The most common organisms that cause this type of infection are strep or staphylococcus bacteria. They usually enter the body through small cuts and skin lesions. These strains of bacteria are known to cause impetigo and cellulitis.
Impetigo is a disease characterized by the development of golden brown lesions of the skin. It is potentially dangerous as it could be related to the development of post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis or inflammation of the glomeruli in the kidneys. Cellulitis is a skin infection characterized by pain, redness and swelling of the affected area of skin.
A necrotizing soft tissue infection is a severe form of bacterial skin infection. It is mainly caused by a particular strain of bacteria called Streptococcus pyogenes, sometimes referred to as flesh-eating bacteria. This type of infection often results in the destruction or death of the skin, muscles, and other underlying tissue.
Viruses can also enter the skin and initiate a soft tissue infection. Blistering of the skin is often the manifestation of a viral soft tissue infection. Blisters are fluid-filled sacs in the skin that usually extend in a pattern from the trunk to the face. Patients often experience severe pain due to this type of infection.
Individuals with skin infections usually seek a dermatologist for treatment. A dermatologist is a doctor who specializes in the study of the skin and its diseases. He often does a thorough investigation of the patient’s history and activities, including relevant events that occurred prior to the onset of the infection, his current state of health, and other symptoms he experiences. Your doctor will also ask about your travel history, as well as past surgery or trauma, and insect and animal bites.
Treatment of soft tissue infection often involves the administration of antibiotics and pain relievers. Antibiotics are given to fight the bacteria from the infection, and a pain reliever is usually given for pain relief. Patients are also advised to keep the affected area dry and clean and to practice good hygiene.
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