Guide To The Symptoms And Types Of Cellulitis

Drowsiness And Lethargy

When an individual's body is fighting an infection, it can take a lot out of them. Patients might experience flu-like symptoms including drowsiness and lethargy. Sudden experiences of unexplained lethargy and drowsiness can be a sign of a serious infection, especially if they're combined with a high fever or large amounts of inflammation. If individuals believe they might have an infection, it's best to have a doctor check them out. If cellulitis bacteria spread to other parts of the body, the infection might become life-threatening very quickly. Individuals might also be at a higher risk of developing cellulitis if they have certain conditions that cause drowsiness and lethargy by themselves. These might include chronic conditions like chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, along with any conditions that can cause a weakened immune system, like diabetes or HIV.

Nausea And Vomiting

Cellulitis, as we know, is an infection that occurs in the deep layers of the skin. Because the deep layers of the skin contain small blood vessels, it is easy for an untreated cellulitis infection to make its way into the bloodstream. When an infection invades the bloodstream, it poisons organs and tissues around the body. When there are toxic substances in the body, the nausea center in the brain becomes activated. This mechanism is a protective measure the body takes by attempting to expel any toxic substances from the stomach. An infection in the bloodstream can produce small blood clots that cause kidneys to fail, which also causes nausea and vomiting when toxic substances accumulate in the body. A cellulitis infection can spread to the digestive tract, irritating the nerve fibers that control the movement of these structures. This nerve irritation can also produce nausea and vomiting.