Cellulitis Risk Factors: Understanding What Increases Your Risk
Risk factors for cellulitis include:
- Skin conditions:
- Cuts, abrasions, or other breaks in the skin
- Eczema
- Athlete's foot
- Insect bites or stings
- Burns
- Medical conditions:
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Poor circulation
- Immunodeficiency disorders (such as HIV/AIDS)
- Liver or kidney disease
- Lymphedema (swelling of the arms or legs due to a buildup of lymph fluid)
- Other factors:
- Exposure to contaminated water or soil
- Using intravenous drugs
- Participating in contact sports
- Having a weakened immune system
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